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Alcoholics Can Never be Social Drinkers
DR. WALLACE: My father is definitely an alcoholic. He continues to work only because his boss is his best friend. I even heard the boss tell my dad that if he didn't cut down on his alcohol consumption, he might be forced to fire him.
The problem is …Read more.
Wearing a Seat Belt can Save a Life
DR. WALLACE: This letter is directed to teens who travel in a motor vehicle. Please buckle up, regardless of where you sit or how short the trip might be. Several weeks ago, I stopped at the scene of a violent automobile crash. Having medical …Read more.
Vibrating Belts do not Melt Body Fat
DR. WALLACE: I'm 17 and have excess fat on my upper legs, commonly known among females as "saddle bags." I've tried every kind of exercise possible to eliminate this fat, but nothing has worked.
A friend told me that her mother got rid of …Read more.
Marijuana Use is Unhealthy and Unwise
DR. WALLACE: I'm 19 and have been smoking marijuana for over five years. A close friend introduced me to "pot" and I am thankful that he did. I truly enjoy getting high on "weed." I only use marijuana when I am positive that …Read more.
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Stop Smoking and Save Lots of MoneyDR. WALLACE: I read your letter from the mother who quit smoking for the benefit of her children. I also stopped smoking for my soon-to-be-born grandson. It was difficult for me to break the habit because I had been a tobacco slave for over 37 years. I overcame the urge to light up with the help of a hypnotist. I have now been smoke-free for one year. My habit cost me $40 a week. I now put this money into a bank account, and since I bank online, I can see all my money that would have gone up in smoke. When I get the urge, I go online and look at my more than $2,000. The money I save is for my grandson and any other grandchildren who come along. — Grandma, Holland, Mich. GRANDMA: Congratulations! This is truly a win-win solution. You've reclaimed your own health at the same time that you're contributing to your grandson's future, though just being around longer as a loving grandma is your greatest gift to him. I'm sure your letter will inspire others. STRONG MAN ATLAS LIKES SPORTS DRINKS DR. WALLACE: Please end this silly debate and educate your readers at the same time. I do a lot of weight lifting. Let's say that I could be addicted to weight training. I enjoy being in good health and also having girls go "gaga" over me when they see me at the seashore. My girlfriend is also involved in the Boston, New York and Los Angeles marathons. When we work out, we sweat a lot. My girlfriend refreshes by drinking pure water. During and after lifting, I quench my thirst by drinking various kinds of sports drinks. She says that sports drinks do more harm than good. I disagree. What's the story? — Atlas, Palm Beach, Fla. ATLAS: Wow, I'm impressed just by your name. Your namesake in Greek mythology carried the world on his shoulders. Now back to your question. NO MORE LOANS FOR CIGARETTES DR. WALLACE: I'm 17 and work part time during the school year. I worked a 40-hour week this summer. I save most of my money to help pay for college. My mom has the habit of "borrowing" money from me to support her smoking habit. I keep a log of all the money she has borrowed and never repaid, even though she always promises to pay me back — with interest. So far, it's over $200. My dad keeps trying to get mom to stop smoking and is not happy that I'm helping her support her habit. I love my mother and find it hard to tell her "no" when she asks me for "a few bucks." Should I tell her that I love her, and that's why I'm telling her "no" the next time she hits me up for money to buy cigarettes? P.S.: I really don't care if she repays me or not. She is a wonderful human being, my best friend and a terrific mother! — Kerry, Miami. KERRY: You will be doing your mother a big favor if you stop giving her money to buy cigarettes. Cut out this column and tape it on the refrigerator. It might supply the spark to encourage her to end her tobacco habit. Let's hope so! Dr. Robert Wallace welcomes questions from readers. Although he is unable to reply to all of them individually, he will answer as many as possible in this column. E-mail him at rwallace@galesburg.net. To find out more about Dr. Robert Wallace and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2009 CREATORS.COM
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