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Americans Are Flocking to Alternative Therapies
Posted: Sunday, July 31, 2011
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Most Americans believe that prescription medications are the most effective treatments for many common illnesses, but a Consumer Reports survey of more than 45,000 people finds that three-fourths of us are turning to alternative therapies like yoga and acupuncture.
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An Eye On Sight
Posted: Thursday, July 28, 2011
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About 14 million people ages 12 and older have vision problems. Although 80 percent of these problems can be corrected with glasses, that still leaves a lot of Americans with more serious problems in sight.
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Dentists: The Forgotten Link
Posted: Wednesday, July 27, 2011
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Researchers say that dentists can help identify patients with diabetes or pre-diabetic conditions.
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Fatigue the Greatest Challenge for Dealing with Diabetes
Posted: Friday, July 22, 2011
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Eighty-five percent of people with diabetes say fatigue is their top challenge and it makes it difficult to get through their day, a U.S. survey indicates.
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Replace Nuts for Carbs Beneficial in Diabetes
Posted: Tuesday, July 19, 2011
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Eating nuts every day could help control Type 2 diabetes and prevent its complications.
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Why Do Patients with Diabetes Walk Less?
Posted: Tuesday, July 19, 2011
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Physical activity is a cornerstone of treatment for diabetes, yet people with diabetes perform less moderate and vigorous physical activity (MVPA) than people without diabetes.
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Certain Foods Linked to Long-term Weight Gain
Posted: Monday, July 11, 2011
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Munching more unprocessed plant foods may help keep the middle-aged bulge away, a new study suggests. On the other hand, meat, french fries and sugar-sweetened drinks can help pack on the pounds. The findings suggest that the types of food you choose, not just calories, are important for avoiding age-related weight gain.
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Zinc Helps with Type 2 Diabetes
Posted: Monday, July 11, 2011
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Zinc may perform a protective function for those with type 2 diabetes, researchers at the University of Michigan suggest.
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New Study Shows Diabetes Surging Worldwide
Posted: Sunday, July 10, 2011
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The number of adults worldwide with diabetes has more than doubled in the past three decades -- jumping to nearly 350 million -- and it continues to surge, according to a new study in the journal Lancet.
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High Aspirin Dosage May Curb Heart Attack Risk in Diabetes
Posted: Sunday, July 10, 2011
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New research from scientists in Canada has revealed that taking aspirin every day could offer benefits for those managing their diabetes.
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