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Eat More Fruits and Veggies to Live Longer
Be honest. How many servings of fruits and vegetables have you had today? If you said three or four, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re the average American or Brit....
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Eat Less Meat & Cheese in Mid-Life to Live Longer
Bacon at breakfast, ham and cheese at lunch and steak for dinner aren’t all that uncommon in the American diet. Coupled with the enduring popularity of lower-carb diets, which many...
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The Surprising Health Benefits of Being in Love
You suddenly break out into a cold sweat. Your heart starts to race, your mouth goes dry, and you feel lightheaded. Funny how the symptoms of love often mimic the...
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Will Intermittent Fasting Help Me Lose 15 Pounds & Keep it Off?
By David H. Rahm, M.D. Q: Over the past 20 years I’ve gained 15 pounds and I’d like to lose it. I’ve heard that the Fast Diet is not only...
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Selenium
Selenium is a trace mineral that works as an antioxidant in the body. Selenium is incorporated into glutathione peroxidase, an antioxidant enzyme that plays a critical role in reducing free-radicals...
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Moderate Drinking and Breast Cancer Risk
A 2011 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that even moderate alcohol consumption can lead to an increased risk of breast cancer. With so much...
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Health Benefits of Coffee
With September 29th marked as National Coffee Day, look for national chains and local coffee houses offering free or discounted cups of coffee. In celebration of this day, now is...
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U.S. Life Expectancy Drops Slightly to 77.8 Years
The average life expectancy in the U.S. dropped slightly to 77.8 years, according to a preliminary report issued by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The statistics are based on...
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Government Sets New Health Goals for Nation
In less than a month, many of us will be making New Year’s resolutions to lose weight, eat healthier, exercise more or stop smoking. In a similar manner, the Department...
