Take these steps to avoid atrial fibrillation
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To prevent further damage to the heart, it’s vital to get a proper diagnosis since Afib increases the risk of blood clots which can increase stroke risk by fivefold.
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Are you being extra kind to your kidneys?
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They also maintain a healthy balance of electrolytes (sodium, potassium, and phosphate) in addition to making red blood cells, producing hormones regulating blood pressure, and keeping bones strong.
Read MoreFight diabetes with physical activity
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A modest weight loss of 5 to 7 percent – about 10 to 15 pounds for a 200-pound person – can delay and possibly prevent type 2 diabetes. Research has shown physical activity can do the following:
Read MoreEasy exercises for improving posture
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Your overall appearance will significantly benefit too. One of the best known secrets to remaining youthful is to stand and sit up straight.
Read MoreSoothing solutions for managing irritable bowel syndrome
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Your diet and food choices can be a major player in helping reduce and relive IBS symptoms. Here are 14 strategies that may help to minimize symptoms:
Read MoreNew study’s message: Quit smoking now to improve chances of surviving a diagnosis of lung cancer
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The news from this latest research adds strength to helping support those who currently still smoke to strongly consider kicking the habit.
Read MoreNew study’s message: Quit smoking now to improve chances of surviving a diagnosis of lung cancer
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The research based on data from 17 studies with more than 35,000 patients registered in the International Lung Cancer Consortium database, found that smokers who had quit less than two years before a lung cancer diagnosis had a 12 percent reduced risk of death from all causes compared with current smokers.
Read MoreDoes taking medication discourage healthy lifestyle habits?
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A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association suggests that this way of thinking is a common belief held by many people. Once prescription medication is begun, healthy habits can take a downward trend.
Read MoreHow to lose weight without losing bone mass
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One of the biggest factors for developing osteoporosis is losing too much bone mass. Osteoporosis literally means ‘porous bones’ and is a disease in which the density and quality of bone are reduced.
Read MoreThe basics of brain aneurysms
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Anyone who has survived the experience of a brain aneurysm will tell you it is extremely upsetting and difficult to deal with.
Read MoreSurprising common causes of blood sugar spikes
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Trying to coordinate healthy eating with consistent exercise along with regular use of prescribed medications, only to have inconsistent results, can be discouraging.
Read MoreCould your medications be causing a nutrient deficiency?
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Not all medications have the ability to lower nutrient stores or interfere with them, but there are certain medications that can and do, especially when taken for quite some time.
Read More5 overlooked risk factors for heart attack
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Here are five forgotten risk factors to remember that can increase the chance of a heart attack.
Read MoreGastroparesis – A mysterious stomach condition
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This condition is fairly common – The National Institutes of Health has declared that 5 million American are afflicted with gastroparesis.
Read More5 Common medical conditions that are actually autoimmune diseases
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According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 23 million Americans suffer from an autoimmune disease.
Read MoreWhat you must know about lung cancer
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We know Rush is a warrior and wish him the very best in beating back this disease and continuing his illustrious career.
Read MoreWhy that pain in your side might be diverticular disease
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These pouches push outward along the wall of the colon and are the problem associated with diverticular disease.
Read MoreFour steps protecting your eyes from sun damage
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A major reason why your eyes need sun protection is that ultraviolet rays (UV) from the sun can lead to numerous health problems affecting your eyes.
Read MoreShining a spotlight on aspiration pneumonia
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What’s the difference between pneumonia and aspiration pneumonia?
Read MoreCould you be at risk for glaucoma?
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The optic nerve carries images from the retina, which is the specialized light sensing tissue, to the brain so we can see.
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