Health
Aging may blunt some of exercise's benefits
(HealthDay)—Aging may dampen some beneficial effects of exercise, a new study suggests.
Jun 17, 2016
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Health
Potatoes reduce blood pressure in people with obesity and high blood pressure
The potato's stereotype as a fattening food for health-conscious folks to avoid is getting another revision today as scientists report that just a couple servings of spuds a day reduces blood pressure almost as much as oatmeal ...
Aug 31, 2011
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Why processed foods trigger chronic kidney disease
A recent study led by Monash University diabetes researchers has shown that a diet high in processed foods brings on leaky gut syndrome, which in turn increases the risk of kidney disease.
Apr 1, 2021
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Diabetes
Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and less sitting reduce the risk of diabetes in older adults
According to a recent study, moderate-to-vigorous physical activity and less sedentary time improve glucose metabolism and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in older adults. Based on the results, it is important to encourage ...
Feb 26, 2021
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Health
Why purple sweet potatoes belong on your holiday table
You may be busting out your holiday cookbook over the next couple days—it's that time of year. Cookies, ham, turkey, all the favorites. There's much to be said for the familiar spread, but we have a suggestion to brighten ...
Dec 23, 2019
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Health
Potatoes lower blood pressure in people with obesity and hypertension without increasing weight
The first study to check the effects of eating potatoes on blood pressure in humans has concluded that two small helpings of purple potatoes (Purple Majesty) a day decreases blood pressure by about 4 percent without causing ...
Feb 1, 2012
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Health
Higher potato consumption associated with increased risk of high blood pressure
Higher intakes of boiled, baked, or mashed potatoes, and French fries is associated with an increased risk of developing high blood pressure (hypertension) in adult women and men, according to a study published by The BMJ ...
May 17, 2016
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Dentistry
Common habits that harm your teeth
Are you wrecking your teeth without even knowing it? For instance, chewing on ice or opening stuff with your teeth may be convenient but using your teeth as tools can cause them to crack or chip.
May 3, 2013
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Dentistry
Should kids eat all Halloween candy at once, or spread it out? Dentists and nutritionists weigh in
The scariness of Halloween is supposed to come from ghosts and goblins, but some parents are more alarmed by what's left over: an avalanche of candy.
Oct 27, 2022
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Spouse getting weight loss surgery? Your marriage might be in trouble
People who have weight loss surgery often see improvements in type 2 diabetes and other diseases, but these surgeries and the lifestyle changes they require can also have spillover effects on other aspects of life, including ...
Jul 25, 2022
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