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February 1, 2011 - Issue 1647


Want Firmer, Flatter Abs? Stop Doing Sit-ups - Use This “Hand Trick” Instead

Want Firmer, Flatter Abs? Stop Doing Sit-ups - Use This “Hand Trick” Instead

February 1, 2011

You've been told sit-ups are an effective way to achieve a tight, toned stomach. But here's the case against sit-ups and a simple 3 second hand technique that's the single most important step to achieving a smaller, chiseled mid-section in your 40s, 50s, and beyond...

Statins Raise Stroke Risk

Statins Raise Stroke Risk

February 1, 2011

Certain people could be increasing their risk of a potentially fatal stroke by taking statin cholesterol-lowering medications.