Health & Wellness

Blood Pressure Linked to Dementia


Controlling blood pressure just might be the best protection yet known against dementia and Alzheimer's.

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Exercise Now, Reap Benefits Later


Physical activity in middle age appears to be associated with a reduced risk or slower progression of age-related conditions.

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The Best Sugar Alternatives


Added sugars come in many forms, from raw sugar to the chemically produced acesulfame. These sugars are not all created equal.

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Today's Expert: Susan Mitchell, Ph.D.
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My Bunco group is looking for a fun way to avoid the stiffness that seems to settle in while we're play cards. Any ideas?

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There’s a new game out from Nintendo that you’ll want to check out. It’s called Wii Fit. Wii Fit will have you off the couch as you pretend to ... Read More...

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Healthy Recipes

Do you like to eat right and have recipes to share? Or do want to start eating better but are short on ideas for what to cook? Contribute your advice here -- or find great tips, kitchen tricks and delicious dishes in this healthy recipes group!

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Cholesterol and Lifestyle

I understand that I should cut back on cholesterol-heavy foods. But are there any good cholesterol foods that I can eat to balance out my "bad" cholesterol cravings? Can I just cut out some and still enjoy others?

How do you guys make it work?

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