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healthmeup - 12/11/2012 08:30:00
E-Cigarettes Not Safe?
Electronic cigarettes, viewed as a healthy alternative to conventional smoking, may not be all that safe, says a latest study from Germany. Continue Reading »
healthmeup - 12/09/2012 17:00:00
Early to Bed Lowers BP in Six Weeks: Study
Something as simple and routine as having an early bedtime and proper sleep could ward off high blood pressure (BP) or hypertension, says a study. Continue Reading »
healthmeup - 11/27/2012 13:00:00
Caffeine-Diabetes Link Still Unresolved: Study
Sugary drinks are linked to a heightened risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, but a large U.S. study that confirmed this shed little light on whether caffeine - suggested in past studies to have a link to sugar processing - helps or hinders. Continue Reading »
healthmeup - 08/30/2012 05:45:00
Teens Who Smoke Pot Can Damage Memory, Intelligence
Teenagers who become hooked on cannabis before they reach 18 may be causing lasting damage to their intelligence, memory and attention, according to the results of a large, long-term study published on Monday. Continue Reading »
healthmeup - 03/04/2011 04:21:12
Hidden Veggies Lower Calories, May Help Shed Pounds
Adding pureed vegetables to entrees reduces the number of calories the meals pack without sacrificing texture or taste, according to Pennsylvania State University researchers who tried it on unsuspecting study subjects. Continue Reading »
healthmeup - 02/24/2011 19:37:45
Home Temperature, Sleep Loss Tied to Obesity
Could we all help rein in the obesity epidemic by turning down our thermostats this winter? Maybe or maybe not -- but a new study suggests that environmental factors ranging from diet, to sleep to home temperature are related to the risk of becoming obese. Continue Reading »