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Nearly everyone knows the feeling of being stressed out at work – impending deadlines, IT problems, overdue and delayed projects, and tedious meetings are just some examples of obstacles that ruin your workday. While there’s no way to avoid every ...

Even if you’re overweight, eating too much food on a regular basis can be a tough habit to stop. This fact helps to explain the growing rate of obesity in the United States. If a report in the journal Nutrition ...

Despite their rather pleasant name, love handles have a very poor reputation, and for good reason. Not only are they displeasing to look at, but they are also notoriously hard to get rid of. Contrary to what you might think, ...

Though we may not think of it, the heart is actually a muscle. Like the muscles in our arms, legs and chest, the heart needs regular exercise in order to fire on all cylinders. Listed below are some exercises that ...

The onset of menopause is not something many women look forward to. Menopausal symptoms can last for several years, and may include everything from hot flashes to sleeping difficulties to painful sex. Despite these challenges, it is still possible for ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a widespread condition in the United States, affecting over 24 million people. Those living with this condition must contend with a number of chronic symptoms, including coughing, chest tightness and breathing difficulties. Despite these ...

Few things are as popular with children as sugar. Of course, some kids are especially drawn to sugary foods and drinks. This dietary habit might reveal more than the presence of a sweet tooth. A recent study suggests that a ...

Many people turn to running as a way of shedding weight. But according to a 2009 study, picking up this activity could make your bones stronger. Appearing in the March 2009 issue of the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, ...

Virtually everyone knows the importance of adhering to a healthy diet. Aside from helping you stay at a desirable weight, foods like fruits and vegetables offer a wide range of nutrients that the body needs to function properly. The impact ...

There are many factors that have been found to influence a region’s obesity rate. Some possible contributors to this growing problem are income, genetics and psychological problems. Strangely enough, a team from an Ivy League university has unearthed another possible ...