Anna Madrzyk
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Your healthMar 01, 2009 10:00 pm - Bulk up your brain Regular exercise can make your waist smaller - and your brain bigger. A new study found that older adults who are more physically fit tend to have big...
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An apple a day might help keep the oncologist awayFeb 22, 2009 10:00 pm - Have an apple An apple a day might help keep the oncologist away. A Cornell University researcher reports that fresh apple extracts significantly inhibited breast tumors...
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Your healthFeb 15, 2009 10:00 pm - Brushing up the bottom line One of the best investments you can make right now costs very little: brush and floss your teeth. "In these stressful times, I encourage my p...
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Your healthFeb 08, 2009 10:00 pm - Something's fishy Fish oil supplements are loaded with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which is why they're often prescribed for heart attack survivors and people wit...
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Pan-frying a steak? Beer marinade a more healthful choiceFeb 01, 2009 10:00 pm - Next time you pan fry a steak, consider marinating it in beer or red wine if you don't want to consume so many carcinogens. High-heat cooking - such as frying or grillin...
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Your healthJan 25, 2009 10:00 pm - Contestants chosen Five people have been chosen to compete in the Daily Herald/Live Well Fittest Loser Challenge, sponsored by Push Fitness in Schaumburg. More than 100...
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Your healthJan 18, 2009 10:00 pm - Treat your feet You pamper your feet to keep them pretty during sandal season, but give little thought to their well-being when they are hidden in snow boots. That's a...
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Your healthJan 11, 2009 10:00 pm - A hug helps, too: There's plenty you can do to make a sick child more comfortable without resorting to over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, which doctors say y...
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Web site helps you visualize your weight loss goalsJan 04, 2009 10:00 pm - Virtual weight loss How would you look 10 pounds thinner? Twenty pounds? You can get a peek at WeightView.com, a free digital weight loss tool. Upload a photo of yoursel...
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Your healthDec 28, 2008 10:00 pm - Resolve to quit: Despite all the progress that's been made to change the perception of smoking, nearly half of all U.S. children are exposed to secondhand smoke each...