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To Stretch or Not to Stretch, the Debate Continues
There is no clear cut evidence as to the true benefit of stretching, but there is also no harm in doing so as long as you perform the stretches properly.
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Obesity Squelches Life Expectancy Gains from Declining Smoking Rates
A recent study published last week reveals the life expectancy gains from those not smoking may be offset by the increase in obesity rates in this country.
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Lose Weight or Don't Graduate
Lincoln University is setting a precedence for its obese student population--take a "Fitness for Life" course, lose weight or risk not graduating.
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Movie Goers Should Consider Skipping the Popcorn and Drink
A recent report from the Center for Science in the Public Interest discloses a shocking revelation regarding movie popcorn.
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How 'Precious' Star Learned to Love Herself
The confident and talented Gabourey ("Gabby") Sidibe can teach us all a thing or two about self-love and acceptance.
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The Simple Ingredient Trend Picks Up Momentum for 2010
Earlier this year Häagen-Dazs and Frito-Lay started a trend that seems to be picking up steam and that is--simple sells.
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How is Your Body Responding to the Time Change?
A 2008 study reveals how transitioning from standard time to daylight savings time raises the rate of heart attacks within the first 3 weekdays following the change.
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Will Pickle Juice Really Become the Next Sports Drink for Exercisers?
Pickle juice contains a large amount of sodium, and when added to water, can make an excellent electrolyte replacement drink if you can tolerate the flavor.
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Can 8 Cups a Day Protect You from Cold and Flu?
Want to avoid the cold and flu this year? Raise your glass (of water) and drink up!
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Is it OK to Exercise When You're Sick?
With the advent of cold and flu season right on our doorstep, learn when it is best to skip your workouts and when to carry on.
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Is Prevention the Way to Drive Down Health Care Costs?
With health care premiums rising at a record setting place, could disease prevention be the answer in curtailing the increase in cost?
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Would This Ad Convince You to Give Up Your Soda and Juice?
With obesity rising at an alarming rate, read how New York City is bringing an ad campaign to the streets to encourage people to give up their sugary drinks.
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The Magazine Photo People Can't Stop Discussing
Glamour magazine recently featured a revealing photo of a "real" woman, and now the Internet's aflutter over it. Have you seen it? What do you think?
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Use Caution When Taking Anti-inflammatory Meds After Exercise
Research has shown that taking anti-inflammatory meds after exercise may lead to a slower recovery.
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Update: PETA Pulls Controversial Billboard!
Being overweight in our society is tough enough, but when an organization takes aim at those who struggle with this issue, where does one draw the line?
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