Study finds that by the age of 17, most obese teens are facing potential heart problems later in life.
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Obese Teens at High Risk for Heart Disease -
A National Plan to Get America Moving Proposed changes to our physical and social environments encourage regular physical activity for Americans throughout the course of the day.
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Is There an Exercise Sweet Spot for Longer Life Two large-scale studies take a close look at meeting or exceeding current exercise guidelines, but one thing is clear: Any physical activity is far better than none. -
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Rare for Adults Engaged in Sports Study highlights the benefits of exercise and sports in middle-aged adults, as well as CPR training.
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Consistently Low Cholesterol Levels is Key to a Healthy Heart Study links fluctuation in LDL levels and the likelihood of a heart event. -
Strategies for Combatting Childhood Obesity Early lifestyle interventions are urgently needed to stop growing childhood obesity rates. -
Exercise Prevents Fall Injuries in Older Women Finnish study assesses the effects of Vitamin D and strength training in women prone to falling.
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Children of Smokers Have Increased Risk of Heart Disease in Adulthood Quitting is the best approach for the health of the family, but limiting children’s exposure to smoke can help.
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Promising Treatments for High Cholesterol New research highlights heart-health benefits of cholesterol-lowering medications. -
Antidepressants Cut Heart Risks in Half Study analyzes benefits of treatment for moderate to severe depression with and without statins. -
What Kind of Exercise is Best for Waist Size Both low- and high-impact exercise help us lose weight, but each provides different types of added benefits.