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Smoking May Be Tied to Higher Risk of Dementia

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Men who smoke have an elevated risk of dementia, according to a new analysis of nationwide health claims from South Korea.

Compared with continual smokers, long-term quitters had a 14 percent lower risk of dementia, while men who had never smoked had a 19 percent lower risk, according to the analysis, which was published in the Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology.

The analysis also found that men who had never smoked had an 18 percent decreased risk of Alzheime...

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Try These Three Morning Stretches For More Flexibility

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Cat/cow is a gentle stretch you can do when first waking up that warms the body and brings flexibility to the spine.

Not only will it open your chest and increase your ability to breathe deeply, it can also help to relieve stress and calm your mind first thing in the morning. It's a great one to start with, especially if you have a stressful day ahead.

Begin on your hands and knees with your wrists directly under your shoulders and your knees directly under your hips. Your fingert...

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Want to improve your meditation practice? Get your kids involved

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Mindfulness doesn’t have to be sitting still with your eyes closed. You can go for a quiet walk. You can eat mindfully, appreciating the food, the colors, and smells and textures. You can just be conscious of what’s happening around you in the moment, to stop, take three breaths, observe what’s happening with your body, and then proceed.



Source: https://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-mallika-chopra-20181221-story.html
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The best foods to eat to avoid clogged arteries

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An astounding 180,000 people die each year, worldwide, due to the consumption of sugary drinks, and about 45,000 of those deaths are from heart attacks. Heart disease might set in because people who drink many soft drinks tend to gain weight, become diabetic, and suffer premature heart blockages. Soft drinks also elevate blood sugars, which coat proteins and fats, rendering them into a harmful form that ... Read Full Post »

What Is Zeaxanthin?

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What is zeaxanthin and how does it play a role in brain health, eye health, and immune health? Learn more about this antioxidant.

Chances are if you had a green smoothie the past week, an omelet with orange peppers, or a fruit salad with kiwi and grapes, or a zucchini pasta dish, then you’ve been eating your fill of zeaxanthin (and lutein)!

What Is Zeaxanthin?

Zeaxanthin is one of the most common carotenoids (antioxidants) found in food. Zeaxanthin gives plants an...

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10 worst training mistakes beginners make

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Starting out on your muscle-building journey can be a tough endeavor. From training to supplementation, getting the right balance can be difficult, but we're here to make it easy for you. Here are 10 mistakes you should avoid if you want to build muscle without sacrificing your health.



Source: http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/fitness/the-10-worst-training-mistakes-beginners-make/ss-BBS1ah2?srcref=rss

Vermont’s GOP Governor Says He’ll Sign Legislation Protecting ‘Roe’

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Vermont Gov. Phil Scott, a Republican who favors some restrictions on abortion access, came out in support of a bill introduced Wednesday to protect abortion rights in the state.

The bill, which would protect abortion rights should conservatives on the U.S. Supreme Court st...

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Food insecurity linked with binge-eating disorder and obesity

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Food insecurity -- difficulty affording enough food to support regular, balanced meals -- was associated with increased likelihoods of binge-eating disorder and obesity in a recent International Journal of Eating Disorders study.

It is important to examine potential links between binge-eating disorder and food insecurity because binge eating is associated with more severe mental and physical health problems than overeating or obesity ...

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