DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 70-year-old mother is an active person. She enjoys being outdoors, hiking and boating, and regularly playing tennis with a group of other women. Recently, she was diagnosed with osteoporosis and is worried ...
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Much is known about the heart-health benefits of adopting a Mediterranean-style diet, with its heavy focus on whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fish and healthy oils. But what about the rest of the Mediterranean lifestyle?
Mar 1, 2023
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The world's largest study on light exposure and its impact on mental health, with almost 87,000 participants, has found that increased exposure to light at night increases a person's risk for psychiatric disorders such as ...
Oct 9, 2023
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Elevated blood pressure and hypertension can cause early cardiac damage during adolescence which is worsened by young adulthood, a paper published in the Journal of Pediatrics concludes. The study was conducted in collaboration ...
Mar 8, 2023
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Dementia affects millions of Americans—including nearly one in 10 adults over age 65. While the causes of different dementias vary, a 2020 report from a Lancet commission identified several modifiable risk factors that ...
Feb 20, 2023
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A study published in Aging Cell and conducted in the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, revealed that menopausal transition increases women's body fat, especially in the waist ...
May 19, 2022
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Water weight. It's the bane of dieters looking to lose pounds, causing bloating, puffiness and disappointment when stepping on a scale.
Jan 13, 2023
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A unique study which involved 20 men lying in bed for two months straight, highlights the negative impact long-term inactivity places on the body's metabolic health, with implications for future space missions as well as ...
Feb 20, 2023
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You have the power to reduce your risk for cancer. With a few lifestyle changes and perseverance, you can be well on your way to a healthier you.
Jun 7, 2022
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How do 1.4 kg of brain tissue create thoughts, feelings, mental images, and an inner world?
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