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Look to Your Partner to Change Bad Habits
Thanks to something called “assortative mating,” we tend to choose mates that have behaviors similar to our own. Too often, however, that means our bad habits are their bad habits,...
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Leisure-Time Physical Activity Adds Years to Life
Looking to lose inches around your waist while adding years to your life? Then you may want to start by taking a short, brisk walk each day, according to a...
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Physically Active Women Reach Menopause Earlier
Women who exercise more frequently along with those who consume foods high in heart-healthy polyunsaturated fats may experience menopause earlier, suggests a new study published in the journal Menopause. Dr....
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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...
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Physically Fit Adults Experience Fewer Colds
Adults who considered themselves physically fit or who more likely engaged in regular aerobic exercise, had fewer and milder colds, according to a new study published in the British Journal...
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New Dietary Guidelines Aimed at Stemming Obesity Trend
The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee issued its Report earlier this week, providing updated dietary recommendations for Americans. Upon their review, the Secretaries from the Department of Agriculture (USDA ) and...
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Physical Activity Lowers Mortality & Improves Health in Elderly
Among the very old, not only continuing but initiating physical activity was associated with better survival and function, according to a new study. Most studies conducted on physical activity have...
