21 h. ago Daily snack boosts the health of people at greater risk of heart disease and strokes

According to Heart UK, one in every four adults in the UK has metabolic syndrome, but scientists believe a daily snack may help

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3 d. ago Health snacks loved by young people shockingly linked to risk of sudden strokes, heart attacks

Researchers at the University of Colorado, Boulder, made the discovery after exposing human cells to the sweetener in the lab.

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4 d. ago The Guardian view on fitness: evidence of the benefits of exercise keeps growing, but who is listening? | Editorial

Physical activity is part of a healthy lifestyle – ministers should grab the chance to shape the culture surrounding itThe role of exercise in promoting good general health, and helping to prevent heart disease, strokes and diabetes is well established. No wonder, then, that long‑distance running keeps growing in popularity. Popular tracks and parks have never been busier, with groups in stretchy Lycra and fitness trackers on their wrists. The internet is awash with exercise videos, while figures earlier this year showed that gym memberships have climbed to a record 11.5m. The 16.9% of people aged 16 or over in Britain who belong to a gym is one of the highest proportions in Europe.The older teenagers and young adults of generation Z are a key demographic behind this social trend. And recent news from the world’s biggest cancer conference, in Chicago, shows how right they are to take the health benefits of fitness seriously. A landmark trial compared the outcomes of p...

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1 week ago Obama says Republicans are putting millions of Americans’ healthcare at risk

Rare intervention from former president urges people to call their senators to oppose Trump tax billBarack Obama has warned that Congress is putting millions of Americans at risk of losing healthcare coverage, in a rare intervention from the former president as the Republican party advances legislation that would gut major provisions of the Affordable Care Act.“Congressional Republicans are trying to weaken the Affordable Care Act and put millions of people at risk of losing their health care,” Obama posted on social media. “Call your Senators and tell them we can’t let that happen.” Continue reading...

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1 week ago Staying hopeful could significantly reduce risk of heart attacks

A study has found that hope as a form of ‘self-prescription’ can be a powerful tool

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1 week ago The attitude change that could reduce risk of heart disease or stroke

A study has found the ‘self-prescription’ can be a powerful tool

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1 week ago Drinking Diet Coke has been tied to heart health risks. Here’s what you should know

Just a couple drinks a day may increase your risk for heart disease and stroke, according to researchers.

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2 w. ago Pharmacist warns of dangers of mixing hay fever pills with common medication

As the weather gets warmer, a pharmacist has issued a warning that people may be putting their health at risk by combing hay fever tablets with certain every day medicines

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2 w. ago Majority of social media posts on fertility misleading, untrustworthy and put patients health at risk

The content poses a serious threat to public health and could put people at risk during one of the most time-sensitive and emotionally charged stages of their life, researchers warn.

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2 w. ago Obese people can pass down deadly health risk to their children, study finds

Boys who pile on the pounds in their early teens could put their future children at higher risk of developing asthma, according to a new study.

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