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Could spending time in nature help kids manage anxiety and depression? A new study shows that even a little weekly time outdoors can boost mental well-being in school-aged children.

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When Schools Give Kids Time in Nature, Anxiety and Behavior Issues Ease

A dose of green may be just what school kids with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues need, new research shows.Canadian investigators found that a school program that let 10- to 12-year-olds spend a little time each week in nature paid dividends in improving kids' mental wel...

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Ever felt chest pain after a big meal and wondered, is it heartburn or something more serious? Knowing the difference could save your life, says an expert. Don't miss these crucial insigh#hearthealthe#indigestions#stayinformedormed ... See moreSee less

Is It Heartburn or a Heart Condition? An Expert Explains

You've loaded up on goodies while at a family gathering, and you suddenly feel chest pains. Is it heartburn or something worse?Being able to tell the difference between indigestion and cardiovascular trouble might save your life, said

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2 days ago

Feeling bloated after holiday feasts with family and friends? Learn what causes it, the foods to avoid, and when it’s time to seek medical advice from an expert.

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Bloated After That Holiday Meal? What's Normal, What's Not

As the holidays approach, most folks are familiar with a common side effect of the overindulgence that can come with all those meals with family and friends: Bloating.Luckily, Baylor College of Medicine gastroenterologist Dr. ...

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3 days ago

Could too much sitting during the day put your heart at risk? A new study reveals that over 10.5 hours of sedentary behavior daily increases the risk of heart disease and death—even if you exercise regularly. Learn how to protect your heart.

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Get Off the Couch: Another Study Shows Sitting's Health Dangers

Time spent sitting, reclining or lying down during the day could increase a person’s risk of heart disease and death, a new study warns.More than 10 and a half hours of sedentary behavior is significantly linked with future

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4 days ago

Could boosting your activity level after 40 add years to your life? A new study suggests raising exercise to match the top 25% of your peers could give you 5-11 extra years of life. Discover how to make every step count.

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Over 40? Get Fitter and Live 5 Extra Years

If you're over 40 and raise your levels of exercise to that of the top 25% of your peers, you might gain an average of five more years of life, a new study calculates.For over-40 folks in the lowest level of daily activity, a similar move could bring an average 11 extra years, the same rep...

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5 days ago

Could a good night's sleep be the key to keeping your teen's blood pressure in check? New research suggests that quality sleep might help protect teens from rising rates of hypertension. Find out how to help your teen get the rest the#TeenHealthT#hearthealthe#bettersleepetterSleep ... See moreSee less

Good Night's Sleep Wards Off High Blood Pressure in Teens

High blood pressure is a rare health issue among teens, but U.S. case numbers are creeping upwards.Now, research published recently in the Journal of the American Heart Association, shows that

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6 days ago

Can time with grandkids help reduce loneliness in seniors? New findings show they feel less isolated, highlighting the power of family ties. Discover how grandkids can lift spirits and improve well-being.

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Grandparents & Grandkids: Poll Shows Them Helping Each Other

Grandchildren are a true blessing for seniors, helping them avoid loneliness and keeping them on their toes, a new poll reports.Overall, 72% of people with grandkids say they hardly ever feel isolated, compared with 62% of those without grandchildren, according to results from the Universi...

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1 week ago

Could a single test identify any disease-causing bug in your body? Researchers say a rapid genetic test can detect viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites within hours. #HealthInnovation

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Genomic Test Might Quickly Diagnose Any Type of Infection

A cutting-edge genetic test can rapidly detect and identify almost any kind of disease-causing microorganism in the human body, whether it’s a virus, bacteria, fungus or parasite, researchers say.Doctors have been using the genetic test for more than a decade to identify pathogens in...

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1 week ago

Did you know that having both diabetes and kidney disease can drastically impact heart health? A new study shows men with these conditions are at risk of heart issues nearly three decades earlier than those without. Find out more about these crucial findings.

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Diabetes & Kidney Trouble Can Bring Heart Disease Decades Earlier

People with both type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease face a heart health double-whammy, a new study says.Men with both diabetes and kidney disease will develop heart health p...

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1 week ago

Ever lost weight without even trying? Surprisingly, this can be a red flag for your health. Read on to learn why sudden weight loss might be worth a closer look.

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Unexplained Weight Loss and What It Can Mean for Your Health

It may seem counter-intuitive, but losing weight without even trying may not be a good thing.

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1 week ago

Could childhood asthma impact memory? A new study finds it might, especially in kids with early-onset asthma. Find out how asthma could affect young minds.

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Could Asthma Harm a Child's Memory Skills?

Asthma is associated with memory problems in children, a new study has found.Further, the early onset of asthma might worsen potential memory deficits in kids, researchers found.This is the first study...

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2 weeks ago

Could taking vitamin D during pregnancy help build stronger bones for your child? New research suggests it might, with kids showing denser bones by age 7 when moms took vitamin D supplements. Learn more about this potential boost for growing bodies.

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Vitamin D Supplements in Pregnancy Linked to Stronger Bones in Kids

Women who take vitamin D supplements during a pregnancy may be giving their kids the legacy of stronger bones, new British research suggests.Children whose moms took vitamin D supplements when pregnant had stronger, denser bones at the age of 7 compared to the kids of women who didn't, a s...

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2 weeks ago

Could just five minutes of extra exercise a day really make a difference for your heart? New research shows it could lower blood pressure and reduce heart disease risk.

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Just 5 Extra Minutes of Exercise Per Day Could Lower Blood Pressure

It doesn't take much: Adding just five minutes of exercise to your daily routine lowers your blood pressure and might cut your odds for heart disease, new research shows.“The good news is that whatever your physical ability, it doesn’t take long to have a positive effect on blo...

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2 weeks ago

Did you know your brain is doing a complex juggling act while you watch a movie? New research shows that 24 different brain networks kick in as scenes change and the story unfolds.

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Scientists Track Brain Function as Folks Watch Movies

A person’s brain performs an intricate juggling act while watching a movie, a new study demonstrates.Scans showed that 24 different brain networks and regions engage from scene-to-scene, based on hard it is to follow the movie or what’s currently on the screen, researchers repo...

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2 weeks ago

Do colder days put you in a “winter funk”? A new poll shows 41% of Americans feel a dip in mood as winter sets in. Discover why and how to stay upbeat!

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Winter's Onset Brings Mood Changes to Many Americans, Poll Finds

Many Americans experience a “winter funk” as the days grow shorter and temperatures turn colder, a new American Psychiatric Association poll reports.Two-fifths of Americans (41%) said their mood declines during the winter months, according to the APA's