While our brains might tell us this is a good idea at the time, the rest of us might not – salty snacks can raise your blood pressure, and sugary snacks on the regular can cause a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. To avoid these health problems, try swapping out your favorite unhealthy treats with these healthier (yet still satisfying) snacks!
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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in American women, aside from skin cancer. The average risk of a woman in the United States developing breast cancer at some point is about 13-percent. For the most part, the risk factors associated with breast cancer are outside a person’s control, but there are a few lifestyle choices that may help make a difference.
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It’s time for your first mammogram and you have no idea what is going to happen. You aren’t the only one. Mammograms make many women nervous, scared, and some even avoid it. But we’re here to squash all your fears. Read on to learn all the information about mammograms so you can walk in confidently for your first one.
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To keep your kids from getting sick, you need a sound understanding of how disease spreads. Once you can identify the means of transmission, you can reduce incidences of passing bugs back and forth.
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A few episodes of sadness is not out of the ordinary, but symptoms that lower quality of life or become downright debilitating should be addressed – they’re not part of normal aging. Here’s what to look for when it comes to the symptoms, causes, and treatment.
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These relatively small pests can spread Lyme disease and other infections, which can lead to long-term health effects. The number of cases has also been on a sharp rise, so let’s take a closer look at what to look out for.
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