Sleeping in on Weekends May Offer Health Benefits, Study Suggests
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New research indicates that catching extra sleep on days off could reduce the likelihood of high blood pressure, but there is an optimal duration.
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Tomatoes May Offer Specific Benefit for Fatty Liver Disease, Study Suggests
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A new randomized-controlled trial indicates that daily tomato consumption can significantly reduce liver fat, independent of overall weight loss.
Dietitian Shares Simple Eating Strategies for Better Sleep
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Registered dietitian Erin Palinski-Wade highlights the importance of stable blood sugar and lists foods that support restful sleep, while cautioning against excessive caffeine intake.
Experts Rename Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to Better Reflect Broader Health Impacts
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The condition, now called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), affects multiple body systems beyond reproductive health, leading to a renaming to improve understanding and diagnosis.
Free 7-Minute Cholesterol Test to Roll Out at UK Pharmacies
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NHS initiative aims to identify high cholesterol, a 'silent killer,' in adults aged 40-84 to reduce heart attack and stroke deaths.
Doctor Outlines Steps to Halve Dementia Risk
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Modifiable lifestyle factors, from exercise to social engagement, can significantly reduce the chances of developing dementia, according to a GP referencing a major medical review.
Weekend Lie-Ins May Reduce High Blood Pressure Risk, Study Suggests
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An extra hour and 27 minutes of sleep on Saturdays and Sundays could lower hypertension risk by nine percent, according to Korean researchers.
Weekend Lie-Ins May Lower High Blood Pressure Risk, Study Suggests
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Extra sleep on Saturdays and Sundays could reduce the chances of developing hypertension, according to research presented at a European cardiology conference.
Social Jet Lag Linked to Increased Anxiety in Teens, Study Suggests
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A new analysis of multiple studies indicates that disruptions in sleep schedules, common among adolescents, may negatively impact mental well-being.