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5Gardening helps to grow positive body image
New research has found that allotment gardening promotes positive body image, which measures someone's appreciation of their own body and its functions,...
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16Fiber consumption linked to lower breast cancer risk
Lifestyle factors, such as modifiable dietary practices, may affect breast cancer risk.
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12Most diets lead to weight loss and lower blood pressure, but effects largely disappear after a year
Weight reduction at the 12 month follow-up diminished, and improvements in cardiovascular risk factors largely disappeared, except in association with the Mediterranean...
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12Managing negative thoughts helps combat depression in Parkinson’s patients
People with Parkinson's disease who engage in cognitive behavioral therapy -- a form of psychotherapy that increases awareness of negative thinking and...
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29Study finds that Pilates significantly improves blood pressure in young, obese women
Mat Pilates training might prove an effective exercise alternative for the prevention of hypertension and cardiovascular events in young obese adults.
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33COVID-19 pandemic may exacerbate childhood obesity
COVID-19-related school closures will double out of school time this year for many children and will exacerbate risk factors for weight gain...
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24Physical activity contributes to positive mental well-being in menopausal women
A high level of physical activity was linked to fewer depressive symptoms, higher satisfaction with life and higher positive affectivity in menopausal...
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27Urban dogs are more fearful than their cousins from the country
The living environment also appears to make a difference, as dogs that live in urban environments were observed to be more fearful...
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34Consumption of 3-6 eggs per week lowers risk of cardiovascular disease and death
Consumption of =10 eggs/week was associated with 39% and 13% higher risk for incident CVD and total death, respectively.
