At-risk alcohol use and binge drinking was more likely among 50 to 64 year olds compared to those over 64 years of age and among men, according to a new nationwide study. The study which examined alcohol use among the middle aged and elderly Americans was published in the August 17 online issue of… Continue Reading
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Breast Feeding Reduces Risk of Developing Breast Cancer
Women who have a family history of breast cancer lowered their risk of developing premenopausal breast cancer by 59% if they breast fed, according to this study. While some studies have shown that the rate of breast cancer in premenopausal women was lower in those who breast fed as compared to those who did… Continue Reading
Boosting Brain Health with Exercise
In case you need another reason to start or stick with an exercise routine, consider recent research linking exercise to improvements in cognitive function. Beyond helping you maintain a healthy weight; exercise can improve learning and memory, enhance brain function and counteract the mental decline associated with aging. A group of 27 healthy subjects… Continue Reading
Book Review: Ten Habits of Naturally Slim People
With so much diet information available, it’s hard to know which book to buy or program to follow. If your goal is to lose weight or maintain a healthy relationship with food, then perhaps the best way to begin is by understanding the behaviors of naturally slim people. Jill H. Podjasek tried to accomplish… Continue Reading