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Babying your back may delay healing
You might be considering surgery or other intervention to treat your back pain. But less may actually be more for… More »
Regular tea drinking linked to better heart health
People who drink three or more cups of tea per week may be less likely to experience heart-related problems than… More »
The hidden dangers of protein powders
Image: © jirkaejc/Getty Images Adding protein powder to a glass of milk or a smoothie may seem like a simple… More »
7 ways to reduce stress and keep blood pressure down
When it comes to preventing and treating high blood pressure, one often-overlooked strategy is managing stress. If you often find… More »
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Can hot cocoa ease pain from peripheral artery disease?
A small study finds that cocoa may help ease walking pain related to peripheral artery disease. More »
Should I be concerned about my fainting spell?
Fainting spells are usually no reason for concern, but should be brought to the attention of a doctor to rule out more serious causes. (Locked) More »
The "hip hike" exercise for building hip strength
The hip hike is used to build hip strength if you're about to get into a running or walking program. It's easy, but you can also perform the hip hike by holding a chair to steady yourself. Make sure you're… More »
The "alphabet exercise" for foot and ankle strength
It's easy. Make believe your big toe is a pencil and sketch out the alphabet. These muscle movements will help build foot and ankle strength, which aids balance and helps prevents falls. You can learn more at the Harvard online… More »
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