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Raw fruit may not be linked to lower blood pressure
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People who eat more raw fruits or drink juice do not necessarily have lower blood pressure, according to a new study that goes against previous evidence. Larger, more rigorous studies have found that eating more fruits and...Tags: Nutrition, Potassium (dietary supplement), China, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Vitamin C
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Anne Arundel County health briefs
Weight management The University of Maryland Center for Weight Management & Wellness is offering a free educational seminar at Baltimore Washington Medical Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, in the Leo and Lysbeth Courtney Conference...Tags: Lobbying, Annapolis, Lab Tests, Flu, Hypothermia
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K9 CORNER: Pet-owner bond beneficial to both
Contributing WriterWith the holidays coming up, I thought of the benefits of owning a dog. I searched the Web and selected an article from www.webMD.com titled “5 Ways Pets Can Improve Your Health,” by Jeanie Lerche Davis. The article starts with the statement:...Tags: Hydrocortisone, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Pets, High Blood Pressure, Allergies
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Beans show promise in diabetes
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Downing a cup of beans or lentils every day may help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar and possibly reduce their risk of heart attacks and stroke, according to a small study out today. Researchers found...Tags: Health and Medical Professionals, High Blood Pressure, Chemical Industry, Diabetes, Heart Disease
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Flavanol-rich cocoa may reduce blood pressure a bit
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Eating a daily dose of cocoa or dark chocolate - rich in plant compounds called flavanols - may lead to a slight drop in blood pressure for a short period of time, a fresh look at past research suggests. Pulling data from 20...Tags: Heart Attack, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Medical Research, American Heart Association, Science and Technology
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Pets and your health: the good and the bad
They cuddle and purr. And they shed. They wag their tails and fetch your slippers. And they shed. They never talk back and they never hold a grudge. And they shed.
There are obvious pluses and minuses to living with pets, not only with respect to your...Tags: Tinea Corporis, Headaches, Health, Lymphatic System, Pets
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Dash diet may reduce need for blood pressure medication
Q: Is the Dash diet effective for extremely high blood pressure? I really want to avoid taking medication. A: Research has found the Dash diet to be an effective way to lower blood pressure in people who have slightly elevated high blood pressure...Tags: Potassium (dietary supplement), Health, High Blood Pressure, Chemical Industry, Diabetes
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Fast-food salt content varies by country: study
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Fast food may often be high in salt, but the exact levels seem to vary based on the country you live in, according to a study published Monday. Looking at fast-food menu information in six countries, researchers found that the...Tags: Health, High Blood Pressure, Starbucks Corp., Australia, Restaurant and Catering Industry
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10 things your cardiologist wants you to know
Sure, you should keep your weight, cholesterol and blood pressure in check. But getting there — and staying there — includes a multitude of physical, nutritional and emotional components. Here are cardiologists' top 10 secrets for getting...Tags: Medical Research, Health, Flu, High Blood Pressure, Weight
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Want to be healthier? Then, fall in love
TribLocal - EvanstonTHE NURSE IS IN By Chris Hammerlund DEAR CHRIS: Settle a bet I have with my husband. He says love might be a good thing …... -
Heart association finds kiwis can lower blood pressure
ReutersAn apple a day may keep the doctor away, but three kiwis could lower your blood pressure. A study at the American Heart Association scientific meeting in Orlando, Fla., on Tuesday found that eating the fuzzy-skinned fruit with the tart green flesh...Tags: Norway, Medical Research, Health, American Heart Association, High Blood Pressure
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Science picks through the chocolate nuggets
It's every sweet tooth's dream. A steady stream of studies has linked chocolate to a variety of health benefits, including decreased blood pressure, lower cholesterol, reduced risk of heart disease, even effects on mood.
But the evidence, all of it, is...Tags: Columbia University, Health, Mars, Inc., High Blood Pressure, New York
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