Tips for Losing 100 Pounds
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If you've got 100 pounds or more to lose, chances are you've tried numerous weight loss diets and exercise programs, without long-term success. So, WebMD polled weight loss experts -- as well as men and women who have lost 100 pounds or more -- to ask for their best tips tailored to those with lots to lose.
Best Healthy Foods You Aren?t Eating: Greek Yogurt, Canned Tomatoes, and More
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WebMD discusses the six healthiest foods you probably aren?t eating yet. Find out what they are and why they?re so great.
Combination Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Many people with rheumatoid arthritis use combination therapy ? taking more than one RA medicine at a time. Here are answers to common questions about using combination therapy to treat RA.
Few Americans Meet Goals for Heart Health
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Meeting just four of seven simple goals for ideal heart health -- such as maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly -- can cut your risk of dying by about half, researchers report.
Bad Economy, Bad Health?
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Many Americans with chronic illnesses feel the economic downturn has had a negative impact on their health, raising their stress levels and costing them money they can ill afford not to sock away for the future.
Shock Wave Technique Treats Small Kidney Stones
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A shock wave technique was effective in treating single kidney stones less than 1 centimeter in size and may be a safe and noninvasive alternative to the standard surgical therapy, a study shows.
Darvon, Darvocet Banned
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The FDA today banned Darvon, Darvocet, and other pills containing propoxyphene -- a safety-plagued opioiod painkiller from the 1950s. New proof of heart side effects finally doomed the drug.
Children's Belly Fat Affects Heart Risk
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Children with higher levels of belly fat have higher pulse pressures, which puts them at risk for heart-related disorders, a new study says.
PTSD May Raise Risk of Heart Disease
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Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) appears to be a risk factor for atherosclerosis, a buildup of plaque in the arteries that can lead to a heart attack or stroke, preliminary research suggests.
10 Ways to Improve Your Day in Just 5 Minutes
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Short on time and feeling overwhelmed? Get quick tips to improve your mood so you can take on the day.
Speed Shopping: When You Have 10 Minutes at the Grocery Store
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Searching for healthy meal options but pressed for time? Get tips on navigating the supermarket aisles with good nutrition in mind.
Stressed Out About a Problem? Shift Your Focus.
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Worried about a nagging problem? Learn how to shift your attention and focus on the day ahead.
Musical Exercise Program Cuts Falls in Elderly
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Exercising to piano music may help improve balance and prevent falls among the elderly.
New Links Seen Between Depression and Diabetes
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Depression and diabetes may be linked, according to new research.
Deaths From Heart Birth Defects Decline
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Deaths from congenital heart defects in both children and adults have declined substantially in recent years, according to new research.
Fruits and Veggies May Prolong Your Life
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Eat your veggies and you may live longer, a study suggests.
U.S. Gonorrhea Rate Drops; Chlamydia, Syphilis Up
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With gonorrhea rates down to an all-time low, chlamydia has become the top reportable STD in the U.S. The CDC estimates there are 2.8 million chlamydia cases each year.
Misperception of Body Weight Poses Health Risks
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Nearly one in four women who is overweight perceives her weight as normal, according to a new study.
Prostate Cancer Staging Can't Predict Recurrence
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When it comes to localized or non-spreading prostate cancer, staging may not be an important predictor of recurrence after the prostate gland is removed, a study shows.
Accidental Overdose of Cold Drugs in Kids Declines
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The voluntary withdrawal of over-the-counter cough and cold medications that cause adverse reactions in babies has resulted in a dramatic decline in accidental overdosing and other problems requiring emergency room treatment, the CDC says in a new study.
Children of Divorce Face Higher Stroke Risk
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When they become adults, children whose parents divorced have twice the stroke risk of people whose parents stayed together , a Canadian study finds.
ED Linked to Heart Disease in Men With Diabetes
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Erectile dysfunction may be an early sign of potential heart-related problems down the road in men with type 2 diabetes.
Lose Weight Fast: How to Do It Safely
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We've all heard that crash diets and fad diets don't work for permanent weight loss. But what about those times when you really need to lose weight fast? Follow these healthy tips.
The Truth About Exercise and Weight Loss
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Exercise is only part of a complete weight loss plan. WebMD provides expert tips for not only losing weight, but also maintaining a slimmer and healthier physique.
Acetaminophen Not Linked to Liver Damage in Kids
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A review of the medical literature indicates that despite a reported association between liver toxicity and acetaminophen use, the risk of children developing any kind of liver damage after taking the everyday painkiller at recommended dosing is less than 0.01%.



