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Do Weight-Loss Drugs Really Help Teens?
Obesity affects nearly a quarter of 12- to 19-year-olds in the United States. The health implications of carrying so much extra weight are so significant that scientists have been searching for medical solutions to supplement healthy diets and exercise.
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How To Make New Year’s Resolutions You Won’t Abandon
Ah, resolutions. The road through late winter and early spring is littered with abandoned best intentions. But making diet and nutrition changes that will stick is possible. The trick is being ready, realistic and willing to call for backup when that road gets a little rocky.
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How a Fitness Tracker Helps Your Heart
Next time you’re in a large group, take a peek at what everyone is wearing on their wrists. Odds are, many of your companions are sporting fitness trackers or smart watches.
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10 Misconceptions About Sex and Pregnancy
Sex is a normal, healthy part of everyday life -- even when you’re pregnant. In fact, it can provide a host of unexpected benefits. But there are also a lot of misconceptions about sex during pregnancy.
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Caffeine-Packed Drinks May Be Dangerous to Your Heart
Energy drinks and other caffeine-packed beverages have become increasingly popular, particularly with teens and young adults. While most people can drink them safely, they can be a health threat if you have heart issues or high blood pressure.
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Childhood Diabetes: What Parents Need To Know
Like adults, children can experience two types of diabetes, and unfortunately they are becoming more common. Type 1 diabetes -- which has nothing to do with your child’s diet, sugar consumption or level of activity -- is by far more prevalent than Type 2 in children.
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EEK, I’m Losing My Hair! What Can I Do?
Hair sheds — just look at your brush. Yet at some point you might realize your hair is noticeably thinner or possibly falling out in clumps instead of strands.
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What New Lung Cancer Guidelines Mean for You
New lung cancer guidelines from the American Cancer Society suggest that 5 million more Americans should be getting checked annually for signs of the deadly disease.
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Exercising When Pregnant: Dos and Don'ts
Once you find out you’re pregnant, staying healthy becomes a priority, and most moms-to-be focus on eating right. But don’t forget exercise, which reaps many benefits for you and your growing baby.
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Did I Hurt My Knee? Or Is It Arthritis?
Pain and swelling in your knee –one of the body’s most often injured joints – can have a wide range of causes, both traumatic and nontraumatic. Figuring out the root of your discomfort can be a challenge, since the symptoms are often the similar, regardless of the underlying cause.
