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So you enjoy smoking do you?

Some people don't really enjoy the taste of their food. They like cleaning their curtains and clothing more than other people do. Some people even enjoy the little holes that the ash burns on their trousers. Perhaps you don't mind if someone flicks their ashes into the wind and they get into your eye. Maybe you even enjoy going into a... Read moreChevron
posted 01/07/2008, comments (2)|
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Stroke survivor
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Salt: Limit your intake for better heart health

I love to cook, but unfortunately I don't always have the time when I'm working. However, now that I'm on maternity leave, I have been able to cook up some yummy dinners for my family, as long as my newborn cooperates. When I do cook, I love to season my meals, but I rarely use salt. I'm glad, because apparently many of the... Read moreChevron
posted 12/12/2007, comments (0)|
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What is Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm? Dr. Richard DeMasi Explains

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is an abnormal expansion in the abdominal portion of the aorta, the largest artery in the body. It develops when the aortic wall weakens and eventually starts to bulge. AAA develops slowly and most often does not cause symptoms. If the aneurysm gets too big, then it can rupture, or tear, resulting in massive... Read moreChevron
posted 11/12/2007, comments (2)|
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Rising Blood Pressure at Younger Age

A report in the journal Circulation reveals--again, but this time with greater detail and authority--that obesity is seriously threatening kids' health. This study shows a rise in blood pressure. Bottom line first Over the past 20 years, the blood pressure of U.S. kids and teens has increased steadily. This rise corresponds closely... Read moreChevron
posted 09/11/2007, comments (0)|
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Avoiding High Blood Pressure

It is estimated that 1 in every 3 Americans has hypertension, more commonly referred to as high blood pressure. These numbers are cause for much concern. High blood pressure is a major risk factor for other serious conditions such as heart failure and stroke, which is the third leading cause of death in the United States.High blood pressure can... Read moreChevron
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