Coffee is associated with a lower risk of death
Drinking Coffee Could Lower Your Risk of Dying
Enjoy a latte and save your life, a study says
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Could Your MS Diagnosis Be Wrong?
An alarming study finds that MS is often diagnosed in people who do not have it.
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7 Foods & Drinks to Pack in the Cooler This Summer
Keep these foods and drinks on hand to pack in the cooler this summer
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Should we tax Junk food?
Could a Fat Tax Fix the Obesity Epidemic?
A study suggests that imposing a fat tax on junk food could save lives
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Sleepwalking: It's More Common Than You Think

Nearly 30 percent of adults surveyed said they had walked in their sleep, a study finds

By: Barbara Kantrowitz
May 15, 2012
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A family history of sleepwalking increases the risk that you may exhibit this behavior

Nearly 30 percent of adults have walked in their sleep, a survey finds
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Reflections on Obesity and the Weight of the Nation

A registered dietitian’s view of obesity contrasts with HBO’s Weight of the Nation

By: Robyn Flipse, The Everyday Dietitian
May 15, 2012
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HBO focuses on Weight of the Nation while RD works with obese individuals

Obesity rates have soared since 1970’s. HBO special Weight of the Nation explores causes, consequences of obesity. Registered Dietitian reflects on 35 years working with obese.
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Benefits of Yoga: 5 New Reasons To Strike a Pose

Devotees know yoga can calm and heal. Now scientists are proving it.

By: The Aging Diva
May 15, 2012
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Benefits of Yoga: Rheumatoid arthritis, back pain and fibromyalgia can all be eased by doing yoga.

Devotees have long known that yoga can calm the mind and ease the symptoms of a variety of diseases. This new research offers 5 ways yoga can heal.
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Cancer Prevention: A 5-Point Plan

Cancer prevention isn't mysterious. according to a new book that promises to show you how.

By: Celeste Perron
May 14, 2012
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Eating broccoli and other vegetables is key to cancer prevention.

Cancer prevention is within your power, according to this author. Here is some of his key advice.
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FDA Delays New Sunscreen Rules

Manufacturers have at least another six months to comply. What do you need to know this summer?

By: Barbara Kantrowitz
May 14, 2012
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It's never to late to be vigilant about sun exposure

Manufacturers have another six months to change sunscreen labels
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Your Best Workout: Timing Is Everything

To perform at your peak, exercise in the afternoon. That's the best workout time, say the experts.

By: The Aging Diva
May 11, 2012
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The best workout builds muscle, which burn more calories all day, every day.

Find out when you'll build more muscle, which will burn more calories. It's all about circadian rhythm.
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Should You Take Bone-Strengthening Drugs?

The FDA warns that bisphosphonates lose effectiveness in 3 to 5 years

By: Barbara Kantrowitz
May 10, 2012
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A computer drawing of the interior of a bone with osteoporosis

The FDA warns that bisphosphonates lose effectiveness in 3 to 5 years
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