Archive for April, 2009
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Are soft drinks bad for you?
Dear Kim: I would like to receive information on the effects of soft drinks on the body. Thanks, Sheila Dear Sheila: Many professionals who work with people with eating disorders recognize the widespread use of caffeine -- whether in coffee or diet soft drinks -- as a low-calorie way of fee...
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Tired Eyes? It Could be Affecting Your Health
A sample study of nearly 10,000 adults found that those between the ages of 32 and 49 who sleep less than seven hours a night are significantly more likely to be obese. Harvard-run Nurses' Health Study has linked insufficient or irregular sleep to increased risk for colon cancer, breast cancer, h...
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Mango-Licious Shake
2 Scoops Formula 1 (French Vanilla) 2 Tbsp Personal Protein Powder 1/2 Cup Frozen Mango 8 Oz. Orange Juice 1/2 Banana Add any other fruit you like. Blend until thick and delicious!...
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Save Your Skin
Scientists at Britain's Institute of Cancer Research have identified a gene that triggers cells to become cancerous after exposure to the sun. The discovery could lead to better skin cancer treatments. Great news, but you still need to protect yourself—melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cance...
