Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting many women worldwide. While PCOS is primarily associated with reproductive issues, it can also have far-reaching metabolic implications. Were you aware that PCOS can also put you at an increased risk of diabetes? As per
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Almonds can be part of a healthy weight loss diet, research shows
When it comes to weight loss, nuts can get a bad rap – while they’re high in protein, they’re also high in fats, and this often deters those looking to shed a few kilos. But new research from the University of South Australia shows that
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I tried the heart-healthy DASH diet for a week. I had more energy and felt less anxious in the morni…
I followed the heart-healthy DASH diet, designed to lower high blood pressure, for a week. The low-salt diet focuses on unprocessed, whole foods, and limits red meat and high-fat foods. I read up on the diet and picked some recipes but didn’t measure my salt
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DVIDS – News – Navy Expeditionary Preventive Medicine Team Returns Home After Successful Mission
The Forward Deployable Preventive Medicine Unit TEAM ONE (FDPMU-1), an operational medical platform made up of public health experts from Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit TWO (NEPMU-2) Norfolk, VA, returned from Krakow, Poland, July 8, 2022, after a five month deployment. The team
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DVIDS – News – Environmental Health works behind the scenes to keep Soldiers ready
“I didn’t know what the extent of my job would entail when I came to Environmental Health,” said Spc. Johnathan Vargas who is a preventive medicine specialist at Kenner Army Health Clinic Environmental Health. “Most people don’t understand all that we do. We work
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How to Ease Your Symptoms
Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain, fatigue, and tender points around the body. It can be hard to diagnose because many of its symptoms are similar to those of other conditions. It can also be hard to treat. That’s why it’s important to see
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Keep Active & Eat Healthy to Improve Well-being & Feel Great
On this page: Eating foods that are good for you and staying physically active may help you reach and maintain a healthy weight and improve how you feel. You also may find that moving more and eating better could help you keep up with the
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Young adults’ lifestyle choices raise risks
Share on PinterestExperts say regular exercise and a balanced diet can help younger adults improve their cardiometabolic health. Smile/Getty Images Researchers say poor lifestyle choices among younger people in the United States are leading to increased risks of cardiometabolic disease. Younger Black and Hispanic people
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