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November 25, 2015 - Issue 3385


Why the Obesity Trend Continues to Climb Unabated in the U.S.

Why the Obesity Trend Continues to Climb Unabated in the U.S.

November 25, 2015

You'll probably eat this today, yet it's causing heart disease - even in 8-year-olds. Scans showed 27% more mass in the left ventricle of their hearts, making it hard to pump blood. 40% of the group is "high-risk" for heart disease. If it can harm young kids, just think what it might be doing to you.

Antibiotic Resistance Is Only Going to Get Worse

Antibiotic Resistance

November 25, 2015

The number of people dying from antibiotic-resistant infections is slated to rise as the misuse of antibiotics continues in the US. What can you do to avoid becoming a victim of antibiotic-resistant disease?

Chronic Constipation May Be a Sign of Something Serious

Chronic Constipation

November 25, 2015

Chronic constipation affects 63 million people in the United States alone. This condition can trigger rectal prolapse, hemorrhoids, and kidney problems and may also increase your risk of gastric cancer, rectal cancer, and ischemic colitis.