All posts by LadyLively

  • Breastfeeding Brings a Heart Bonus for Mom

    Breastfeeding’s benefits seem to stretch well beyond motherhood: New research suggests it may reduce a woman’s risk of heart disease when she’s older. And the longer a woman breastfeeds, the lower the risk. In the study, researchers...

    • Posted May 19, 2019
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  • Love the Smell of a Cup o’ Joe? Here’s What That Reveals About You

    Java junkies can sniff out even tiny amounts of coffee, and the more they drink, the better they can smell it, British researchers say. It’s a discovery with powerful implications for treating people addicted to substances with...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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  • For Women With HIV, Daily Life Can Impede Fight Against Virus

    Day-to-day struggles prevent many American women with HIV from taking medicines to suppress the AIDS-causing virus, a new study shows. “Survival is a priority over putting a pill in your mouth for a number of our participants,...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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  • AHA News: Drummer’s Death Inspires Grief-Stricken Bandmates to Rethink Rock ‘n’ Roll Lifestyle

    FRIDAY, May 17, 2019 (American Heart Association News) — When the members of the hard rock band Hellyeah walked onstage for their first show in more than a year, everything looked different. The most glaring change was...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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  • When E-Cig Makers Offer Promotional Items, More Teens Likely to Vape

    Coupons, samples, branded hats and T-shirts: When teens use or wear promotional items from companies that make alternative tobacco products like electronic cigarettes, they are more likely to try those products, new research shows. The study included...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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  • Suicides Increase Among U.S. Kids, But More in Girls Than Boys

    Suicide rates are on the rise among American children, but the increase is greatest among girls, a new study finds. “Overall, we found a disproportionate increase in female youth suicide rates compared to males, resulting in a...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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  • Sugary Drinks and Fruit Juice May Increase Risk of Early Death

    Most folks know that sugary drinks aren’t healthy, but a new study finds fruit juices are not much better. In fact, consuming them regularly may help shorten your life, researchers say. “Older adults who drink more sugary...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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  • What to Do When Your Child Throws a Fit

    You know the scenario — your child has a meltdown, leaving you frustrated, embarrassed and arguing even though your brain says it’s a battle you’re not likely to win. Tantrums often start during the “terrible 2’s” because...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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  • Essentials for Growing Tasty Herbs on Your Windowsill

    Whether you have a dedicated space in an outdoor garden or just a few buckets on a small patio, there’s nothing quite like having your own herb garden for giving your cooking fresh flavor boosts. But what...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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  • Colon Cancer Increasingly Striking the Young Worldwide

    The rise in colon cases among younger adults that’s been seen in the United States is also occurring in wealthier nations worldwide, new research shows. In the decade leading up to 2014, the number of cases of...

    • Posted May 17, 2019
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