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Chronic diseases restrict the mobility of older people -- often unconsciously
By Staff Reporter | Apr 13, 2019 11:04 AM EDTChronic diseases are a key factor limiting the mobility of older people. Usually individuals are conscious of their condition in the case of an acute musculoskeletal disorder
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Sunscreen use could lead to better blood vessel health
By Staff Reporter | Apr 22, 2019 11:36 PM EDTA new study suggests that sunscreen protects the skin's blood vessel function from harmful ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure by protecting dilation of the blood vessels.
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No such thing as 'sugar rush'! Sugar worsens mood rather than improving it
By Staff Reporter | Apr 05, 2019 10:40 AM EDTSugar does not improve mood and it can make people less alert and more tired after its consumption - according to a new study by the University of Warwick, Humboldt University of Berlin, and Lancaster University.
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The Hidden Dangers Of Testosterone Replacement Therapy
By Staff Reporter | Apr 01, 2019 10:13 PM EDTHere are the hidden dangers of testosterone replacement therapy and why it’s becoming increasingly studied with skepticism.
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How To Protect Loved Ones From Elderly Abuse
By Staff Reporter | Apr 01, 2019 10:18 PM EDTHere’s how to protect your loved ones from elderly abuse, and what you need to know about this unfortunate trend as the population ages more and more.
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What Are The Hidden Dangers Of A Yo-Yo Diet?
By Staff Reporter | Apr 01, 2019 10:15 PM EDTHere’s why you should ditch yo-yo tactics and rely on more authoritative data for finding a healthy weight.
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Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may play opposite roles in childhood asthma
By Staff Reporter | Apr 01, 2019 09:24 PM EDTDietary intake of two fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6, may have opposite effects on the severity of asthma in children
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Why Sleeping In On The Weekend Could Be Bad For You
By Staff Reporter | Mar 29, 2019 09:03 PM EDTMost people love to get some extra shut-eye when the weekend rolls around, but new research indicates that sleeping in on the weekends could actually be bad for you. Despite the allure of lazing around with your pillows and blankets for a few extra hours, there are causes for concern when it comes to sleeping in that are leading some scientists to warn against the beloved habit.
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Generic advice doesn't help patients drop pounds
By Staff Reporter | Mar 21, 2019 09:52 AM EDTPatients shed more weight when doctors give specific tips, study finds
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Smokers often misunderstand health risks of smokeless tobacco product
By Jessica Nyugen | Mar 04, 2019 08:46 AM EST'Snus' may be less harmful for smokers unable or unwilling to quit tobacco
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Exercise in morning or afternoon to shift your body clock forward
By Staff Reporter | Feb 20, 2019 09:28 AM ESTExercise can shift the human body clock, with the direction and amount of this effect depending on the time of day or night in which people exercise.
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High fat diet linked to unfavorable changes in gut bacteria and inflammatory triggers
By Staff Reporter | Feb 20, 2019 09:14 AM ESTA high fat diet is linked to unfavourable changes in the type and numbers of gut bacteria-collectively known as the microbiome-as well as a rise in inflammatory triggers in the body, finds the first study of its kind, published online in the journal Gut.
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German researchers discover how sleep can fight infection
By Staff Reporter | Feb 12, 2019 09:14 AM ESTResearchers in Germany have discovered why sleep can sometimes be the best medicine. Sleep improves the potential ability of some of the body's immune cells to attach to their targets, according to a new study that will be published February 12 in the Journal of Experimental Medicine. The study, led by Stoyan Dimitrov and Luciana Besedovsky at the University of Tübingen, helps explain how sleep can fight off an infection, whereas other conditions, such as chronic stress, can make the body more susceptible to illness.
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Waist-stature ratio can indicate the risk of cardiovascular disease even in healthy men
By Staff Reporter | Jan 28, 2019 07:01 PM ESTPhysically active men who are not overweight but who have a relatively high waist-stature ratio are more likely to develop heart disorders, according to a study by Brazilian researchers
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Study highlights lack of fair access to urban green spaces
By Staff Reporter | Jan 18, 2019 02:39 PM ESTPeople with higher incomes and more education tend to have greater access to urban green spaces than their less privileged neighbours, a new University of British Columbia study of parks and greenery in 10 major North American cities has found.
