Health
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Sitting Too Long: Could Prolonged Sedentary Time Increase the Risk of Dying From Cancer?
Spending much of the day sitting has become almost unavoidable for many people. Office work, commuting, television, meals and prolonged…
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Walking Backward: A Health Trend That May Not Be as Revolutionary as It Sounds
Walking backward in a park or on a treadmill may look strange, even slightly amusing. Yet the practice has been…
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Does Coffee Really Dehydrate You? Here’s What We Know
“Drink water, not coffee — coffee dehydrates you.” It is advice that still comes up regularly, especially during hot weather…
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Are At-Home Microbiome Testing Kits Really a Good Idea? Not Quite
Ordering a kit online, collecting a stool sample at home, sending it to a laboratory and receiving a detailed report…
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Do Sugary Foods Make Acne Worse? Here’s What the Evidence Really Shows
Can a piece of chocolate, a pastry or a sugary drink cause a pimple to appear the next day? It…
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Flu or COVID-19: Which Virus Poses the Greater Risk to Vulnerable People?
As respiratory viruses continue to circulate, one question regularly returns: for vulnerable people, is influenza or COVID-19 the greater threat?…
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Stroke Among Young Adults: A Ticking Time Bomb Raising Concern Among Experts
Stroke has traditionally been associated with older age. However, a growing body of research indicates that stroke is becoming an…
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High Blood Pressure After 65: What Problems Can It Cause?
After the age of 65, blood pressure becomes an increasingly important part of routine health monitoring. As people age, their…
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How Much Whole Grain Should You Eat to Reduce the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease?
Whole grains are an important part of a heart-healthy diet. Unlike refined grains, they retain all parts of the grain,…
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Could Excessive Sugar Intake Threaten Children’s Mental Health in the Future?
Diet during childhood plays an important role in growth, brain development and overall health. One dietary habit receiving increasing attention…
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