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Coffee Linked to Reduced Stroke Risk in Women

Drinking more than a cup of coffee per day was associated with a lower risk of stroke in a study of Swedish women.

 

But researchers caution that it’s too soon to change your coffee-drinking habits.

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 Alcohol Linked to Pancreatic Cancer

Heavy drinking is associated with increased risk of death from pancreatic cancer.

 

Heavy alcohol consumption, specifically three or more glasses of liquor a day, is associated with an increased risk of death from pancreatic cancer, according to a report in the March 14 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

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By Dr. Leo Galland

Surviving the Super Bowl

Even if you are watching the Super Bowl from your home your health could get tackled by watching the big game.

 

Here is more info about the dangers and some tips to help you survive the big game. Some healthy recipes from my book are provided below. (To spread the health I encourage you to forward this article to all the football fans you know.)

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by Dr. Leo Galland

Help with Your Health Resolutions

Making resolutions is one thing, sticking with them is another.

Luckily, there is help here at Pill Advised.

 

Below are some tips, research findings and resources that could help motivate and inspire you to stick with those resolutions. 

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Sleeping Pills Aren't Candy

A recent survey of over 14,000 people found that taking medications to treat insomnia or anxiety was associated with a 36% increased risk of death.

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Pills for Quitters

The latest research shows there is no safe level of secondhand tobacco smoke.

 

So do everyone around you (and yourself) a big favor and quit smoking now.

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