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Trying to get in better shape this summer? We all know that the population of America and some other countries are on the verge of extreme obesity. But there may be more to excess fat than you thought.
Health.com compiled a list of five myths about that extra layer of fat:
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Ever had a heart attack? Or know of anyone who has had a heart attack? If so, you know how serious this can be.
Health.com, has provided a list of surprising factors in the cause of a heart attack:
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Ladies: do you take birth control? Do you take Yaz or Yasmine? You must be aware of the Yaz commercials that have been airing. Lately, Yaz and Yasmin have been on every TV channel and almost every newspaper discussing how their form of birth control has women at a huge risk for heart attacks, pulmonary embolisms, sudden death, gallbladder disease, strokes and/or blood clots. This Bayer product has health advocates saying their birth control puts women at a more dangerous chance of developing these health problems than other birth control companies.
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Do you brush your teeth twice a day? If not you are putting yourself at risk for heart disease.
According to BBC News, a Scottish study used more than 11,000 adults linked research done between gum disease with heart problems. Proper oral hygiene is one factor in great heart health.
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We know processed foods are unhealthy for us, but did you know eating processed meats like bacon, sausage and hot dogs can significantly raise your risk of heart disease and diabetes? Reuters reports that a new study revealed that each daily serving of processed meat is associated with a 42 percent higher risk of heart disease and a 19 percent higher risk of developing diabetes; a daily serving equals about two slices of deli meat or one hot dog.
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Are you one of those people who spend hours on end at your office? If you are, you might want to cut back on those long hours at work because “according to a new study, people who work more than 10 hours a day are about 60 percent more likely to develop heart disease or have a heart attack than people who clock just seven hours a day,” reports CNN.
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According to Reuters, a new study suggests that heart attack patients may benefit from drinking a couple cups of coffee a day, provided they have normal blood pressure. By drinking coffee daily it may help some patients who have had a heart attack or another acute coronary event avoid further serious problems.
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In an emergency you can’t always choose what hospital you go to. Though, if you could, would you try to go to a busy hospital or a less populated one? Common thought may be that you will get served faster in a less crowded one, but, that has proven to be wrong. Wanna know why? Keep reading.
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Do you sit for the majority of your day? According to the New York Times, scientists are warning that extended periods of sitting can be dangerous… even if you exercise regularly!
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