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One-Third of Uninsured Are Chronically Ill
Health
- August 4, 2008
And that can mean missed care, fading health, earlier death, experts say
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Kids Who Sleep Poorly at Risk for Being Overweight
Health
- August 4, 2008
Even an hour's less rest linked to doubled chance of weight gain, study finds
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Walkable Neighborhoods Keep the Pounds Off
Health
- July 29, 2008
Older, densely populated areas get people moving, study finds
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275 Minutes a Week: Weighing the Need for So Much Exercise
By Katherine Hobson -
On Fitness
- July 28, 2008
A lighter workout regimen can do the trick—if you watch your diet, too.
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Losing Weight on a Budget
By Kimberly Palmer -
Alpha Consumer
- July 25, 2008
3 tips for getting in shape without burning through cash.
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Studies Link Circadian Rhythm, Metabolism, Longevity to One Protein
Health
- July 24, 2008
New molecular clock component ties all three together, researchers say
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Twofold Action Urged for Pre-Diabetes
Health
- July 23, 2008
Goal is to prevent progression to the full-blown disease and its huge costs
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A Low-Carb Diet Works—If It Suits You
By Katherine Hobson -
On Fitness
- July 17, 2008
Many diet plans promote weight loss, so pick the one that fits your life.
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U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Grow
Health
- July 17, 2008
One-quarter of Americans report being obese, CDC report says
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Disease Prevention Programs Worth the Investment
Health
- July 17, 2008
Within five years, $16 billion a year could be saved, report claims
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Children Move Less as They Get Older
Health
- July 15, 2008
By age 15, amount of daily exercise drops by about two-thirds, study finds
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Eating Less May Slow Aging Process
Health
- July 14, 2008
Cutting just 300 calories a day slows metabolism, tissue failure, study says
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Diabetes, Weight Tied to Male Infertility
Health
- July 9, 2008
Both conditions cause significant decrease in body's ability to repair sperm DNA, studies find
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Surfing to a Higher Weight
Health
- July 9, 2008
Teen girls likely to be heavier if they spend a lot of time on the Internet, study shows
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A Blood Marker Could Spot Diabetes Risk
Health
- July 8, 2008
Higher levels of fetuin-A were linked to later disease development, study found
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4 Ways a Food Diary Can Help You Lose Weight
By Katherine Hobson -
Health
- July 8, 2008
Writing down what you eat makes it tough to fool yourself.
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Kids' Obesity May Lead to Epidemic of Adult Diabetes
Health
- July 8, 2008
Impact has yet to be felt, since type 2 course may take 10 years to show, study says
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Child Care May Lead to Unwanted Weight Gain in Infants
Health
- July 7, 2008
Lack of breast-feeding and early introduction of solid foods may be to blame, study says
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Healthier Lifestyles Would Lengthen American Lives
Health
- July 7, 2008
Major study suggests slimming down, quitting smoking would boost average life span by 1.3 years.
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Pediatricians Recommend Cholesterol Drugs for Some Kids
Health
- July 7, 2008
Children as young as 2 should be tested for high cholesterol, group says
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ADHD Might Raise Kids' Obesity Risk
Health
- July 7, 2008
Parents should be aware of small risk for those not on meds, expert says
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Fatty Liver Disease Ups Heart Risks for Obese Kids
Health
- June 30, 2008
As many as 6 million U.S.
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Want to Know the Calorie Content of Your Favorite Drink?
Health
- June 30, 2008
Reports tells how many carbs and calories are in 26 best-selling alcoholic beverages
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Hip Replacement Boosts Mobility at Any Age
Health
- June 27, 2008
Study finds patients twice as likely to care for themselves, saves money in long run
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Metabolic Syndrome May Be in the Genes
Health
- June 19, 2008
Certain DNA raises the odds of this cluster of heart risk factors, experts say
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