Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Loosing Just a Few Pounds Makes a Big Difference

Lower the risk of serious health problems in obese adults
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Small Weight Loss Yields Large Rewards, Study Finds

Shedding just a few pounds can lower the risk of serious health problems in obese adults, a small study suggests. Researchers looked at 40 obese people who lost 5 percent, 10 percent and...
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Health Tip: Take Stock of Your Eating Habits

If you're trying to lose weight, taking a look at your eating habits is a good place to start. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises...
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Add Neck Problems to Reasons Not to Smoke

Here's yet another reason to snuff out that cigarette: Smoking can damage the cervical discs in your neck, a new study contends. The discs, located between your vertebrae, absorb shock to the spine....
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U.S. Internet Searches Highlight E-cig's Surging Popularity

Online searches for information about electronic cigarettes are on the rise. But, most people want to know how and where to get the products rather than the health effects of "vaping" or how to quit...
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Obesity Can Send Kids' Blood Pressure Soaring: Study

Children and teens who become or stay obese may quickly face up to three times the risk of developing high blood pressure compared to their slimmer peers, a new study says. These...
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Organic Milk and Meat Have Higher Nutrient Levels: Study

New international research has good news for people who've been shelling out extra money to buy organic milk and meat -- these products are healthier than conventional products in a number of...
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Varied Diets May Not Curb Childhood Obesity, Study Suggests

Eating a greater variety of healthy foods may reduce the odds of being overweight in adults. But, a surprising new study suggests that a greater diversity of foods might not have the same effect in...
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