Archive for August, 2010
Weight a Primary Factor For High Blood Pressure, Experts Say
In a new study from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, researchers established a concrete link between a person’s weight and the incidence of high blood pressure. It appears that exercising is not enough to keep blood pressure down, because according to Susan Lakoski, MD, obese or overweight individuals are still at high risk [...]
Posted: August 4th, 2010 under Exercise, High Blood Pressure, Obesity.
Tags: benefits of exercise, High Blood Pressure, hypertension, natural tips for high blood pressure, Obesity
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Having Friends Is Good For The Health, Says US Study
According to researchers from the Brigham Young University, having and keeping friends over a long period of time actually contributes to a longer, healthier life. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, one of the key researchers of the study, states that having no friends translated to the stress and potential damage created by smoking nearly a pack of cigarettes [...]
Posted: August 4th, 2010 under longevity.
Tags: how to keep friends, how to make friends
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Smoking Cessation Drug Chantix May Cause Violent Behavior, Experts Say
Smoking cessation is a big problem for dependent smokers. Withdrawal symptoms and nicotine cravings are two of the top reasons why many cannot stop smoking. A few years ago, the US FDA approved a drug, Chantix, that was touted as the prescription drug to help people kick the smoking habit. According the drug’s medical literature, [...]
Posted: August 4th, 2010 under Smoking.
Tags: Chantix, nicotine withdrawal, smoking cessation, smoking cessation tips
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