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Eating in Restaurants No Healthier Than Eating at Fast Food Joints: Study
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Eating in Restaurants No Healthier Than Eating at Fast Food Joints: Study

You’d think that sitting down for a meal at a nice restaurant would be a healthier choice than visiting the local fast food joint. But a new study shows that’s not the case at all. The study, which was led by University of Illinois researcher Ruopeng An, involved an examination of data collected by the […]

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Taking Antidepressants and Painkillers Could Raise Risk of Stroke
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Taking Antidepressants and Painkillers Could Raise Risk of Stroke

A new study finds that mixing common painkillers–such as ibuprofen–with antidepressant medication can lead to stroke. The study, which was led by Ju-Young Shin and a team of researchers from the Korea Institute of Drug Safety and Risk Management, was based on an examination of South Korea’s national health database, which contains medical information related […]

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Most Americans Not Getting Enough Fruits, Veggies: CDC
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Most Americans Not Getting Enough Fruits, Veggies: CDC

A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that only about one in ten American adults is getting enough fruits and vegetables in their diet. It’s not particularly surprising news given the nation’s ongoing battle with the bulge. The study, which was led by Dr. Latetia V. Moore and Dr. […]

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New Report Recommends Banning Headers, Physical Contact in Youth Soccer
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New Report Recommends Banning Headers, Physical Contact in Youth Soccer

Soon, soccer may look very different on pitches across the United States. That’s because a prominent new study has recommended banning “headers,” where players connect with the ball using their head rather than their foot. The study, which was carried out by a collection of physicians from Denver, Colorado, was based on an analysis of […]

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Sitting for Extensive Periods of Time Raises Risk of Cancer in Women: Report
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Sitting for Extensive Periods of Time Raises Risk of Cancer in Women: Report

It’s well established that keeping a healthy diet and exercising regularly can keep one fit and feeling good. Now, a new study shows that when women remain sedentary for extensive periods of time, their risk of developing cancer spikes. The study, which was led by Alpa Patel of the American Cancer Society, involved an examination […]

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