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Every cell in the body has chromosomes with so-called telomeres, which are shortened over time and also through lifestyle choices such as smoking and obesity.

 

Researchers have long speculated that the shortening of telomeres increases the risk of heart attacks and early death.

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Dr. Alexander Mauskop by Dr. Alexander Mauskop

High Cholesterol Linked to Migraine with Aura

Having migraines with aura increases the risk of having increased total cholesterol and triglycerides.

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Quitting Boosts Quality of Life

Successful quitters are more satisfied with their lives and feel healthier, both one year and three years afterwards, than those who continue to smoke.

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Smoke-Free Workplaces Save Lives

Mayo Clinic researchers have amassed evidence that secondhand smoke kills and smoke-free workplace laws save lives.

 

The study was presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions meeting in Orlando.

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Teeth Cleaning May Prevent Heart Attacks

Professional tooth scaling was associated with fewer heart attacks and strokes in a study from Taiwan presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2011.

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Nutrition For Eye Health

Lifestyle and diet can influence course of macular degeneration

 

Study on Eye Health

 

Eating a diet high in vitamin D, as well as the nutrients betaine and methionine, might help reduce the risk of macular degeneration, according to new research conducted by Tufts Medical Center scientists.

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