MEDICAL NEWS High blood pressure is a common problem. About half of American adults have it. In fact, many people have dangerously high blood pressure and don’t even know it. This is because high blood pressure often has no symptoms and puts you at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney failure. What […]
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HEALTHY EATING Sometimes the best parts of the vegetables get thrown in the trash. So next time you’re cooking up vegetables and are about to toss out those extra parts, stop. Many vegetable parts are perfectly edible and are packed with nutrients and flavor. Here are some tips from the American Institute for Cancer Research
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HEALTHY EATING You probably already know that oatmeal is healthy, and perhaps you’ve been told it “sticks to your ribs.” But what’s the science behind oatmeal’s healthy history? Oatmeal can keep you full Avoid a mid-morning hunger attack, and you’ll be less tempted to pick up a donut. Oatmeal contains a special kind of fiber
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WELL-BEING If you avoid wearing dark clothing because of those tell-tale dandruff flakes, know this. “Many people believe dandruff is caused by poor hygiene, but this simply isn’t true,” said Dr. Adam J. Friedman, professor and dermatologist at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. “Rather than try to remedy dandruff by over-shampooing or over-brushing your
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HEALTHY EATING Olive oil is a more healthful choice than many other cooking fats. Using olive oil in place of saturated fats has been shown to help lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol levels, which is why olive oil is heart healthy. Know these facts about olive oil, from the North American Olive Oil
SELF-CARE CORNER Your dentist and dental hygienist inspect your mouth for oral cancers when you show up for your regular dental cleanings. But between visits, take note of these early warning signs, and see your dental professional if they do not improve or disappear after 2 to 3 weeks: * A sore, or soreness or
MEDICAL NEWS Opioid misuse is one of the biggest health problems facing the U.S. today. The National Institutes of Health says about 2 million people in the U.S. have an opioid misuse disorder. Opioids are powerful medicines used to treat pain. They may be prescribed to people after they have surgery or get injured. Some
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HEALTHY EATING Should you spend the extra cents to buy organic produce? Is organic a healthier choice? New findings from Stanford University cast some doubt on the benefits of buying organic. “There isn’t much difference between organic and conventional foods, if you’re an adult and making a decision based solely on your health,” said Dr.
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SELF-CARE CORNER Girls achieve 42% of their total body bone mass between the ages of 12 and 18, yet 90% of girls do not get enough calcium. Beginning at age 9, children (particularly girls) should include 1,300 mg of calcium in their diet by drinking milk and eating calcium-fortified foods, according to the Office on
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MEDICAL NEWS Any of these symptoms sound familiar? * Sudden, sharp pain in the upper arm * Popping or snapping you can hear in the shoulder or elbow * Cramping of the biceps muscle with strenuous use of the arm * Bruising from the middle of the upper arm down toward the elbow * Pain
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