Follow-up: Sodium/potassium ratio important for health
Most people now consume more sodium than potassium, but it should be the other way around. The ratio is important to heart health.
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Ask the doctor: How do I check my heart rate?
My doctor told me to check my heart rate when I feel certain symptoms, but I don’t know how to do it? Can you explain?
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On call: More dietary advice
I read the column about dietary guidelines and caloric percentages, but I’m not a math guy. Any chance you could put it in English for me?
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Stress and overeating
Stress hormones trigger increased appetite in general, and cravings for fatty, sugary foods in particular.
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Heart Beat: Caution advised on Chantix use
The FDA is warning people with heart disease that using Chantix to try to quit smoking increases their risk for cardiovascular problems.
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Ask the doctor: Is abdominal surgery riskier if I am overweight?
I am overweight and need abdominal surgery. Does being overweight make the surgery more difficult and add to the complication rate?
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In Brief: Avoiding kidney stones
Ways to prevent kidney stones mainly revolve around dietary choices, along with drinking plenty of water.
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Heart Beat: Another day in the sun for olive oil?
Another study promotes the heart-healthy virtues of olive oil, but it’s also important to be mindful of the broader impact of diet on cardiovascular health.
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Wake up and use the microwave, Health Letter, say our readers
Eating oatmeal is a great way to add fiber to your diet, and using a microwave oven is a convenient way to speed up the cooking time.
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More than the usual forgetfulness
Age-related memory loss is common, but forgetting things like significant dates or events could be a sign of mild cognitive impairment, which increases the likelihood of progression to dementia.
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