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Doctor warns ‘sitting for too long can increase risk of venous stasis’; shares 6 daily habits harming your heart health

Doctor warns ‘sitting for too long can increase risk of venous stasis’; shares 6 daily habits harming your heart health

Heart disease doesn’t develop overnight – it’s often the result of everyday habits that slowly chip away at cardiovascular health. From what we eat and drink to how we sleep, move, and manage stress, small daily choices can have a big impact on the heart over time. The good news? With simple lifestyle changes, it’s possible to reverse much of …

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Ultra-Processed Food Is Harming Men’s Health in Three Key Ways : ScienceAlert

Ultra-Processed Food Is Harming Men’s Health in Three Key Ways : ScienceAlert

A new study shows that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) can harm men’s health in a trio of notable ways: through weight gain, through the disruption of natural hormones, and through a reduction in sperm quality. The researchers behind the study, led by a team from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark, wanted to see if the processed nature of food makes …

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10 Everyday Habits That Are Harming Your Longevity The Most

10 Everyday Habits That Are Harming Your Longevity The Most

Living a long, healthy life is a popular goal, but it’s not easy to achieve. It’s common for folks to develop conditions like dementia and chronic pain, in addition to mobility issues and cardiovascular problems, as they age. While certain uncontrollable factors (like genetics) play a major role in many of these issues, everyday habits can also contribute to a …

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Here’s how to prepare this healthy drink without harming your kidneys

Here’s how to prepare this healthy drink without harming your kidneys

For years, doctors and nutritionists have recommended fruits and vegetables as a natural way to manage blood pressure and overall heart health. But now, a growing body of scientific research points to one humble root vegetable in particular as a powerful ally against hypertension. ​Liver health alert: 5 everyday drinks (other than alcohol) that secretly hurt your liver​ It’s beetroot! …

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Inbreeding among Michigan’s rare rattlesnakes is harming their ability to survive

Inbreeding among Michigan’s rare rattlesnakes is harming their ability to survive

EAST LANSING, MI – Michigan is home to a single species of venomous snake, and the isolated pockets of its populations are making it more likely it will go extinct. Researchers at Michigan State University found the fragmented nature of the wetlands habitats where eastern massasauga rattlesnakes are still found leads to inbreeding among their secluded populations. As a result, …

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The Morning Habit That Could Be Harming Your Heart

The Morning Habit That Could Be Harming Your Heart

Breakfast foods like bacon, sausages, muffins and bagels can be loaded with sodium. Eaten regularly, their sodium could be hurting your heart health, says a cardiologist.  Opt for foods high in fiber and lean protein, yet low in sodium and saturated fat. Despite all the social media messaging to move into your day in a calm, well-fed and happy way, …

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5 coffee drinking habits that could be silently harming your health, experts say |

5 coffee drinking habits that could be silently harming your health, experts say |

Coffee is more than just a morning pick-me-up; it’s a globally celebrated beverage known for its energising effects and potential health benefits. Rich in antioxidants and naturally occurring compounds, coffee has been associated with improved cognitive function, better metabolic health, and reduced risk of certain chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes and Parkinson’s. However, many people unknowingly develop habits that …

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