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'Pre-Gaming' Risky for Young AdultsPre-drinking, or drinking alcohol at home before heading out for the evening, leads to more drinking over the night, and risky behavior, a new study says. And it doesn't save money.
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3 Things You Need to Know about Eating ProteinFeature Most U.S. adults eat more protein than recommended, and while it isn't necessarily unhealthy, it can contribute to weight gain. Here are three things you should know about eating protein.
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Obesity Increases Risk of Advanced Prostate CancerObese men have a higher risk of developing advanced prostate cancer, but a lower risk of developing earlier stages of the disease, a new review finds.
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Junk Food Might Not Be Addictive, After AllIf you're having a hard time putting down that pint of ice cream, it may not be because you're hard wired to keep eating it.
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Want a Younger Brain? Try Eating Omega-3People with higher levels of omega-3s had larger brains, and did better on tests of memory and problem-solving skills, than people with lower levels.
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Alcohol Releases the Brain's 'Feel-Good' ChemicalsAlcohol triggers the release of feel-good endorphins in the brain, and this effect is especially strong in heavy drinkers, a new study says.
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Anesthesia Before Age 3 Raises Child's ADHD RiskChildren who go under anesthesia more than once at a young age have higher rates of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
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5 Key Nutrients Women Need As They AgeHere's a look at five nutrients that lower the risk of chronic diseases in older women.
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Testosterone Therapy Doesn't Boost Prostate Cancer Risk, Study FindsResearchers have debated whether testosterone treatments raise men's risk of prostate cancer.
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Injuries, Deaths Rise for Pedestrians Wearing HeadphonesThe number of accidents involving a pedestrian wearing headphones has tripled in recent years, a new study finds.
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Acupuncture Eases Migraines, But Only SlightlyAcupuncture offered only a slight benefit in terms of reducing the number of days people suffered from migraines.
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7 Facts About Home BirthsHome births are becoming more popular in the U.S., but they come with risks and aren't right for everyone. Here are some facts about home births.
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Exercise During Pregnancy Is Safe for Moms and BabiesThe study is one of the few that looked at the direct effect of exercise on the fetus -- researchers measured fetal heart beat and blood flow through the umbilical cord.
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Multiple Births Can Multiply Mom's WeightMultiple births lead to extra pounds in mouse moms and male offspring.
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Americans Are in Worse Health Than Other NationalitiesAmericans are in poorer health than people living in other high-income countries.
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Three Ways to Bounce Back From a Broken HeartIt's OK to have a pity party when the romance fizzles, but keep it short.
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Do Natural Remedies Really Work?Many home remedies are appealing, but research shows they may not help.
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6 Winter Woes to Watch Out ForUse common sense to prevent many winter health problems.
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4 Ways to Avoid Winter Falls
How to minimize the risk of falling on snow and ice.
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Why Impatience May Hurt Your HeartIn a rush? Being impatient is bad for blood pressure and the heart.
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How Obama and Romney Differ on Health CareAs the 2012 presidential election draws closer, here's a look at some of the other differences between the candidates' health care plans.
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Out-of-Control Blood Pressure Higher for Cops & Firefightersheart-circulation -
Hearing Loss in Women Tied to Pain RelieversCommon pain relievers may contribute to hearing loss in women, a new study says.
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People Dying of Diabetes Who Never Knew They Had It, Study FindsPeople in the U.S. who don't know they have Type 1 diabetes account for a surprising number of deaths from one complication of the condition, a new study of autopsies shows.
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