November is National Diabetes Month. The American Diabetes Association encourages everyone to use the month to raise awareness about the disease. More than 29 million people in the United State...
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The month of November is designated as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death for all adults and the fifth leading cause of death for adults age ...
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Our body needs us to consume some fat in order to work properly. Fat comes from a variety of sources, including dairy, meats, nuts, and oils. It can also be found in many fried, baked, and pre-package...
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Do you find yourself getting distracted by those adorable cat videos online? Good news! A recent study finds that watching these videos not only entertains, but also boosts viewers’ mood and energy, a...
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The older we get, the more likely we are to use additional medicines, which can increase the chance of harmful drug effects, including interactions. As we age, physical changes can affect the way medi...
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Pumpkin muffins, pumpkin pie, pumpkin latte…my oh my! While pumpkin-flavored treats can be filled with sugar and calories, eating a cup of freshly cooked pumpkin has numerous health benefits. In addit...
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Although contagious viruses are active year-round, we’re most vulnerable to them in fall and winter. That’s because, in large part, we spend more time indoors with other people when the weather gets c...
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More women die from heart disease than from any other cause—a staggering one in four American women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The risk of heart disease increases wi...
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A recent study shows that resistance training can significantly reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Resistance training is any exercise intended to increase muscle strength, mass, and endur...
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A recent study of over 27,000 adults, age 45 and up, shows that retirement can improve your health. Researchers examined data on the lifestyle behaviors of the participants over a three-year study per...