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Study Reveals Tips to Make Your Healthy Habits Stick

A new American Heart Association study proves that key parts of the SparkPeople program can boost your chances maintaining healthy lifestyle habits for the long haul.
Posted 7/21/2010  6:00:00 AM By:   : 107 comments   137,142 views
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Are You Consuming Too Much Sugar?

Sugar can be naturally occurring or added. Do you know which type is most prevalent in your diet?
Posted 4/29/2010  5:00:00 AM By:   : 182 comments   107,880 views
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Hands-Only CPR: Saving a Life Becomes Easier

The American Heart Association is promoting a new 'hands only' way of performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) that may help save many lives.
Posted 4/28/2010  3:40:51 PM By:   : 126 comments   26,506 views
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Broken Hearts Can Be Mended

Stress can lead to many health issues, but doctors are now on the lookout for a condition known as broken heart syndrome which can mimic the symptoms of a classic heart attack.
Posted 4/7/2010  2:56:28 PM By:   : 118 comments   37,050 views
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Are You Spending Too Much for Omega-3's?

Omega-3's are essential to your diet, but are all the costly supplements necessary--or helpful?
Posted 3/18/2010  6:39:11 AM By:   : 54 comments   29,705 views
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Which Strategy to Reduce Salt Would Work for You?

We know we need to lower our salt intake but the question is always how to accomplish our goal.
Posted 3/11/2010  12:41:20 PM By:   : 167 comments   16,919 views
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Go Red for Women on Friday, February 5th

This Friday marks the 7th annual American Heart Association's National Wear Red Day, are you planning to participate by wearing red that day?
Posted 2/3/2010  4:00:00 PM By:   : 183 comments   22,269 views
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Have You Tried the Skinny Nut?

Find out why pistachios are called the skinny nut.
Posted 11/30/2009  6:00:00 AM By:   : 245 comments   49,595 views
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The VITAL Study is Coming!

Ever think about being involved in a nutrition research study? An upcoming study may provide you with the opportunity.
Posted 7/9/2009  10:46:45 AM By:   : 44 comments   20,599 views
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Is Moderate Drinking Really Good for Your Health?

Numerous studies have suggested that alcohol can be part of a healthy diet. But not all researchers are convinced that alcohol--even in moderation--is good for you.
Posted 6/30/2009  5:24:40 PM By:   : 88 comments   21,462 views
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Could You Have Metabolic Syndrome?

Cardiovascular disease is a common chronic disease in our society today. Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of this disease. Are you at risk?
Posted 6/15/2009  6:00:00 AM By:   : 51 comments   21,902 views
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Another Reason to Drink Water: Prevent a Heart Attack

We all know that water is good for you and helps with weight loss. But did you know that drinking water might also help reduce your risk of a heart attack?
Posted 6/9/2009  9:12:08 AM By:   : 151 comments   67,197 views
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Celebrate National Wear Red Day

Learn more about how you can help lessen the risk of heart disease amongst women by celebrating in the National Wear Red Day campaign this Friday, February 6th.
Posted 2/4/2009  5:00:00 PM By:   : 141 comments   19,386 views
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Are You Willing to Take the Pledge to Be Healthy Today?

New health research is painting a very frightening scenario for our health if we do not change the path we are on, especially our children. Will you take this pledge today?
Posted 1/10/2009  6:00:00 AM By:   : 266 comments   34,867 views
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5 Winter Weather Risks to Avoid

With many parts of the country experiencing harsh winter weather conditions so early in the season, take time to read how to protect yourself from the elements.
Posted 1/3/2009  6:00:04 AM By:   : 71 comments   13,390 views
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