Saturday, June 10, 2017

Dogs: A Senior's Best Exercise Friend

Seniors, take note: A dog might be your best friend when it comes to getting more exercise
Saturday, June 10, 2017       
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Fido May Be a Fit Senior's Best Friend

Seniors, take note: Fido might be your best friend when it comes to getting more exercise. A small study finds that owning a dog may help older adults achieve recommended...
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Does a Low-Fat Dairy Habit Boost Parkinson's Risk?

Though you might think eating low-fat dairy foods is a healthy move, new research suggests the habit is tied to a slight rise in the risk of developing Parkinson's disease...
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The Facts on Flax

Though tiny in size, flax packs a big nutritional punch. These sesame-seed lookalikes are considered a functional food -- a food that goes beyond basic nutrients to provide...
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4 in 10 Job-Based Health Plans in U.S. Are Now 'High-Deductible'

High-deductible health plans are gaining ground among U.S. adults with employer-sponsored health insurance coverage. But too often, enrollees say high out-of-pocket costs...
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Is White Bread OK for Some People?

For years, you probably have been told that wheat bread is far better for you than its white counterpart, but a small, new study suggests that maxim may not hold true for...
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Even Moderate Drinking May Dull the Aging Brain

People who drink at even moderate levels may see some of their mental skills slip faster as they age, a new study suggests. The researchers found that those who regularly drank...
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