Early blood pressure reduction to improve stroke outcomes February 25, 2008 | User rating: 5 / 5 after 7 vote(s)
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Early and intensive lowering of high blood pressure has shown promising effects in stroke patients, according to results of a new stroke study by The George Institute for International Health. | |
Arsenic found in infant rice cereal May 01, 2008 | User rating: 5 / 5 after 9 vote(s)
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Researchers say one-third of infant rice cereal in Britain contains unsafe levels of arsenic. | |
Cranberry sauce: good for what ails you November 13, 2007 | User rating: 4.9 / 5 after 14 vote(s)
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Cranberry sauce is not the star of the traditional Thanksgiving Day meal, but when it comes to health benefits, the lowly condiment takes center stage. In fact, researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) have found ... | |
Creative work has health advantages, study shows December 18, 2007 | User rating: 4.9 / 5 after 12 vote(s)
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Employees who have more control over their daily activities and do challenging work they enjoy are likely to be in better health, according to a new study from The University of Texas at Austin published in this month's Journal ... | |
Eating fish, omega-3 oils, fruits and veggies lowers risk of memory problems November 12, 2007 | User rating: 4.9 / 5 after 10 vote(s)
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A diet rich in fish, omega-3 oils, fruits and vegetables may lower your risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, whereas consuming omega-6 rich oils could increase chances of developing memory problems, according to a study ... | |
Evidence lacking on health benefits of drinking lots of water April 02, 2008 | User rating: 4.9 / 5 after 8 vote(s)
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A recent look at what is known about the health effects of drinking water reveals that most supposed benefits are not backed by solid evidence. The findings indicate that most people do not need to worry about drinking their ... | |
Tree-lined streets mean lower rates of childhood asthma May 01, 2008 | User rating: 4.9 / 5 after 8 vote(s)
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Children who live in tree lined streets have lower rates of asthma, suggests research published ahead of print in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health. | |
It's safe for obese moms-to-be to lose weight during pregnancy June 05, 2007 | User rating: 4.9 / 5 after 7 vote(s)
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Most women who are obese can safely exercise and diet to lose weight during pregnancy, according to a small pilot study conducted by Saint Louis University researchers. | |
Moderate alcohol consumption in middle age can lower cardiac risk March 07, 2008 | User rating: 4.9 / 5 after 7 vote(s)
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Previous studies have pointed out the benefits of moderate alcohol consumption as a factor in lowering cardiovascular risk. In a study conducted by the Department of Family Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina ... | |
Study: Regular walking nearly halves elderly disability risk July 15, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 13 vote(s)
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Older adults can decrease their risk of disability and increase their likelihood of maintaining independence by 41 percent by participating in a walking exercise program, according to a new University of Georgia study. | |
What's good for the heart may be good for the prostate February 13, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 6 vote(s)
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Men who eat a diet low in fat and red meat but high in vegetables and lean protein and who drink alcohol in moderation may not just be doing their hearts a favor. A new study shows that such a heart-healthy diet may also ... | |
Memory loss and other cognitive impairment becoming less common in older Americans February 20, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 6 vote(s)
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Although it’s too soon to sound the death knell for the “senior moment,” it appears that memory loss and thinking problems are becoming less common among older Americans. | |
Pistachios reduce inflammation, cardiovascular disease factors April 23, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 12 vote(s)
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A Penn State-led study shows that snacking on pistachios has proved to have a positive impact on improving cardiovascular health by significantly reducing inflammation in the body, a prominent cardiovascular disease risk ... | |
Consumption of nuts, corn or popcorn not associated with increased risk of diverticulosis in men August 26, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 6 vote(s)
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Contrary to a common recommendation to avoid eating popcorn, nuts and corn to prevent diverticular complications, a large prospective study of men indicates that the consumption of these foods does not increase the risk of ... | |
World-first trial proves exercise helps memory September 02, 2008 | User rating: 4.8 / 5 after 16 vote(s)
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West Australian health experts are urging older people to get active after proving for the first time that just 20 minutes of activity each day can prevent memory deterioration. | |
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