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Why your late teens and early 20s are crucial times for lifelong heart health
Why your late teens and early 20s are crucial times for lifelong heart health Young adults (18-25 years old) are at a critical stage in their lives where behaviors that can harm heart health, such as smoking, obesity, and lack of physical activity, become more common. The rate of heart disease among people under 40 […]
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Mindfulness won’t burn calories, but it might help you stick with your health goals
Mindfulness won’t burn calories, but it might help you stick with your health goals Mindfulness won’t burn calories, but it can help you stick to your health goals by equipping you with psychological skills needed to successfully change behavior. Research shows that mindfulness meditation can increase motivation to look after one’s health, leading to a […]
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Detroit is the most challenging place in the country for people with asthma − here’s how to help kids in the Motor City breathe easier
Detroit is the most challenging place in the country for people with asthma − here’s how to help kids in the Motor City breathe easier Detroit has the highest asthma hospitalization rate among children under 17 in Michigan, with nearly three times more cases than other kids in the state. Asthma deaths among Detroit kids […]
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Physical activity may help slow cognitive decline
Physical activity may help slow cognitive decline Physical activity has been found to slow cognitive decline in older adults, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Georgia. The study analyzed data from over 13,000 survey respondents and found that sustained physical activity was associated with delayed cognitive decline, particularly when it […]
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