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Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Lead to High Blood Pressure in Kids

Hypertension is rising among the young and can lead to heart problems. Fruit juices contribute, too. To stay hydrated, drink water. >

Small Breaks, Big Benefits

Most of us spend more time sitting than is good for us. Making a point to move a little every hour reduces the ills of sedentary habits. >

Home Alone: The Work-from-Home Loneliness Factor

Working at home offers many perks, but the lack of social interaction can be a problem, especially for those living alone. Steps to take. >

A Warning on Glucosamine

The supplement is used to reduce the pain of arthritis. But in those with mild cognitive impairment, it may spur an advance to Alzheimer's. >

What Developing Brains Really Need

Kids’ brain functions are more dependent on family economics and where they live than their IQ. Sleep and stress have a big role to play. >

Rethinking Moderate Drinking

The health benefits of alcohol may be a myth. A review of research found even moderate consumption raised the risk of a range of diseases. >

The Right Kind of Parental Help for More Math Success

Parents motivate kids learning math by letting them try to work out problems themselves, even if they struggle. The process matters. >

GLP-1 RA Drugs Appear to Cut Breast Cancer Risk

The popular drugs prescribed for diabetes and weight loss seem to also contribute to a reduced risk of developing breast cancer. >

Boost the Benefits of Quitting Smoking

Stopping smoking is good for your heart, lungs and brain. But to keep your reduced risk of developing dementia, you also need to do this. >

“Get Rid of the Scale and Get Out The Tape Measure”

Clinical obesity may be more accurate than BMI to measure a person's risk of obesity-related conditions like heart disease and diabetes. >

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