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Summer Danger: Above Ground Pools Linked to Most Child Drownings

Portable pools are a very common way to beat the summer heat; unfortunately, drowning is more common with their use. Read this article to learn how to use portable pools safely.

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Are Food Allergies and Birth Months Linked?

Researchers have concluded that there may be a connection between when you were born and the food allergies that you may have. Read about their explanation in this article.

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Pre-digested Formula May Reduce the Risk of Type 1 Diabetes in Infants

Diet plays a large role in the risk of developing diabetes. Read this article to learn how a certain type of formula can lead to babies reducing their risk for diabetes.

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Obesity and Life Expectancy

Weight alone does not determine a person's life expectancy. While being overweight puts you at risk for a variety of illnesses that may cause premature death, it is important to look at an individual's overall health and other parameters besides his or her BMI. Read this article to learn about obesity and life expectancy.

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Eating Trans Fat May Increase Your Risk of Depression

Trans fats are known to expand your waistline, but did you know trans fats can influence your mood? Experts suggest that the over consumption of trans fat can increase your risk of depression. Read this article to learn more about the link between trans fat and depression.

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Resistance Training Is Key for Flexibility

Read this article to learn how resistance training can help with your flexibility.

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New Herbal Patch May Help to Heal Canker Sores Faster

Canker sores are the bane of the mouth, but now a new herbal patch could offer relief. Read this article to learn about this new cure.

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Limit Your Risk for Prostate Cancer with Statins

According to several studies, the intake of statins can lower PSA levels in men. Read this article to learn more about statins and statins affect PSA levels.

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Are Teens 'Dying for a Tan'?

Tanning beds and outdoor sunbathing has become an increased trend across the country, despite all the available information about skin cancer. Read this article to learn more.

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Children Who Have Low Levels of Vitamin D Are at Risk for Infection

Vitamin D is crucial to health for a number of reasons and now there is reason to believe that vitamin D deficiency may lead to increased risk of respiratory infection. Continue reading this article to learn more about the risks of low vitamin D levels.

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Overweight Kids Lose Weight When Their Parents Do

Parents can set a good example in many areas, including weight loss. Learn about how parents can set good health examples by reading this article.

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Some Women May Have the Genes That Cause Endometriosis

Genetic variants may be linked to the prevalence of endometriosis. Read this article to learn more.

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Over-The-Counter Painkillers Taken During Pregnancy May Affect Male Infertility

New research suggests that pain killers taken during pregnancy can result in male infertility. Read this article to learn more.

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Exercise Improves Brain Power

It is no secret that exercise is important to lead a healthy life. Learn about how exercise improves brain function.

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The Smell of Food Can Control How Much You Eat

The smell that your food gives off can influence how much of you eat, according to researchers. Learn about this study and how you can apply it to your diet by continuing to read this article.

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Genes Determine the Amount of Caffeine Your Body Absorbs

New research suggests that genes may influence the amount of caffeine that a person consumes. Read this article to learn more.

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Gum Disease is Common in Pot Smokers

Marijuana can make your teeth look green too. Read this article to learn about the effects that pot smoking has on your gums.

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Your Touch Can Influence Your Behavior

New research indicates that our sense of touch may impact how we see the world. Learn more about this study by reading this article.

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Fat May Return After Liposuction

People typically turn to liposuction when they want to lose weight fast. However, that weight can come back if the individual does not alter their lifestyle habits. Read this article to learn more about the return of fat after liposuction.

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Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Testosterone levels typically decrease with age, which is why many middle-aged men opt for testosterone therapy. However, there are risks in undergoing testosterone replacement therapy. If you are considering testosterone replacement therapy, read this article to learn more.