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New Study Sheds Light On Link Between Dairy Intake and Bone Health: Not All Dairy Products Are Equal        A study by researchers has found that diary intake-specifically milk and yogurt-is associated with higher bone mineral density (BMD) in the hip, but not the spine. Cream, on the other hand, may be associated with lower BMD overall. These findings suggest that not all diary products are equally beneficial in promoting bone strength. Diary foods provide several important nutrients that are beneficial for bone health. However, cream and it's products such as ice cream have lower levels of these nutrients and have higher levels of fat and sugar. In this study, 2-3 servings of milk and yogurt intake per day were associated with better bone density. Past studies suggest that dairy products contain more than one beneficial nutrient, and for this reason certain dairy products may contribute towards maintaining healthier bones. Research supports the idea that proper nut

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Inactive People Can Achieve Major Health and Fitness Gains in a Fraction of the Time                                                                                                                                                                      With so many of us struggling to get enough exercise, scientists have been working on a time-saving solution. According to new research published in The Journal of Physiology , instead of long stints in the gym and miles of running in the cold, the same results could be achieved in less than a third of the time. People of all ages should do three to five hours of endurance training per week to increase health and fitness and prevent chronic diseases and premature mortality. However, most people find it difficult to set aside this much time in their busy lives. The study took existing research to prove that replacing endurance training with two types of interval training, High intensity Interval Training (HIT) and Sprint Interval Tr

The cold season lasts through March and April Deciding if you should stay home with your cold or go to work. In the United States, more colds occur in fall and winter, but the numbers remain high until the end of April. Winter is on its way out, but you can still get a cold in February, March or April. Then you have to ask yourself whether you should drag yourself into work even if you're feeling awful. Some employers set policies to discourage coming to work with a cold. They offer a specified number of paid days off for any purpose, according to the Society for Human Resource Management. Cold viruses survive for several hours on inanimate objects and on the skin, says The Wall Street Journal. Cleaning environmental surfaces with a virus-killing disinfectant might help prevent the spread of infection. Epidemiologists at the University of Iowa recommend staying home for 24 hours after the fever and serious symptoms are gone. Bosses in the workplace wrestle with the two

In the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Since 1963, February has been celebrated as American Heart Month to urge Americans to join the battle against heart disease. Since 2004, February also has been the signature month for the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women campaign, which emphasizes that heart disease is not only a man's problem. Know your numbers. Understanding your blood pressure reading, cholesterol levels and body mass index are an important part of preventing and managing heart disease. BLOOD PRESSURE: When someone checks your blood pressure, they are looking to see how much force is being put on your arteries as your heart pumps blood through your body. CHOLESTEROL: It's a soft, waxy substance found in all parts of the body. Having some cholesterol in your body is important because it's needed for several bodily functions. In adults, the systolic pressure (top number) should be less th

As you get older, you are sure to recognize how hard your heart works for you. This Valentine’s Day, think about your heart health and show your heart some tender loving care with these simple tips. Get moving. As you age, you may feel the tendency to slow down, but be sure to get some exercise each day. One fun activity for Valentine’s Day is to dance with your sweetheart. Even just taking a romantic walk can get you some good exercise.  Do your favorite thing. Make time for your favorite hobby or activity. Keeping your body and mind active can lead to a longer life. Quiet activities like knitting, painting, yoga, or praying help slow down your heart and can lower your blood pressure, which are good for your heart and your whole body. Give something up. If you smoke, don’t think it is too late to quit. Quitting smoking at any age has demonstrated benefits for your heart and your general wellbeing. Find a support group and talk to your doctor about medications that can help increase

A surprise dinner on the Riviera. A huge diamond ring. The new car you always wanted. Sounds like a great Valentine’s Day, huh? Well, for the rest of us, there is reality! Although we can’t always come up with expensive, extravagant surprises for our sweetheart, there are ways you can show your love without breaking the bank. Here are some ideas to get you started. A Getaway Although it may not be possible to take a long romantic weekend away in an exotic locale, you may be able to swing a night away. Look for a local bed and breakfast inn or stay in a local resort for a night. If this isn’t possible, consider taking a weekend away at home. Go shopping together on a Friday night for the food you’ll need for the weekend. Once home, unplug the phone and keep the TV and computer off for a couple of days. Add in some gourmet cooking together, chocolates on the pillows, and sleeping in, and you’ll feel like you had a vacation together! Dancing in the Dark If you can't afford an evenin