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Reduce Risk of Stroke with Exercise

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The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s researchers conducted a new study in which they examined the relationship between stroke and exercise in a large biracial sample of American men and women. Participants were asked to self-report on their daily physical activity while the researchers compared that information to incident of stroke, if any. After five years, the results demonstrated that the physical inactivity was associated with a 20 percent increased risk of stroke. Recently published in the American Heart Association journal, you can find out more about the study and its results right HERE.

Foods that Protect You From the Sun

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Most of us think sunscreen, a good hat, and a nice pair of sunglasses protect our bodies from sun damage. They do. However, there are other sun protectors outside the personal hygiene aisle that can assist us too. Specifically, foods packed with antioxidants help fight free radicals caused by unprotected sun exposure. Omega – 3 fatty acids, green tea, dark chocolate, as well as red and orange fruits and vegetables, among other fresh options, are loaded with antioxidants; meaning they can save your body from sun damage. For more information on foods with antioxidants that can protect you from the sun read the full article HERE.

 

Every Day Cancer Instigators to Know

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We all know French fries and chips aren’t part of a healthy diet, but some say they could cause cancer? If you didn’t before, you do now. In addition to food, certain laundry detergents, wrinkle free fabrics, and Styrofoam products are also said to cause cancer. While these six cancer culprits are seemingly more common in summer, they can strike any time of year. Find out what other ordinary cancer causing products may be lurking around your house HERE.

Could Skull Surgery Save Lives or End Them?

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Used to treat the head injuries of victims who may not have otherwise survived, the controversy over decompressive craniectomy, or skull surgery, is a hot topic in the medical world right now. While lives can be saved, there is concern over the quality of life for the survivors of such undertakings. Some recover perfectly whereas others either die or remain disabled. Although surgeons refined the technique so that about half the cases do not result in death, doctors want to be able to predict the patients who will benefit from the surgery and those who will be harmed. Neurologists and surgeons speak out in this article about the pros and cons of skull surgery as well as their personal beliefs as doctors. Check out the full article HERE to read more about decompressive craniectomy, similar surgeries, and how doctors feel about the ethics of each.

Eight Sun Protection Mistakes to Avoid

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Do you apply sunscreen only once for a day at the beach? Do you not put sunblock on skin covered by clothing? If so, you could be damaging your skin more than you think. With summer still packing in heat, be aware of the dos and don’ts of sun protection. Complete with skin and eye health information, this article contains interesting statistics and helpful tricks on how to beat the heat. A definite must read for all, especially if you just can’t live without the summer sun, click HERE for more information.

Perception Affects Stress Levels: How to Manage Yours

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We all know that stress isn’t good for our health, but could the thought of it alone be setting us up for a cardiovascular problem? Possibly. This article discusses a study that found out how greatly perception can influence, and even potentially harm, heart health. It takes the findings a step further by also looking at the clinical and theoretical inclinations behind the results. As it concludes with a few tips on how to de-stress, be sure to take a few deep breaths. Read it HERE.