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Fiber-rich diet may lower your risk of heart disease Increasing your fiber intake may reduce your risk of heart disease, a new study shows. With one-third of Americans dying each year of cardiovascular disease, and many more suffering from its effects, it is crucial to consider how your diet affects your heart health. The Study Researchers at the University of Leeds analyzed fiber intake as it relates to coronary heart disease, or plaque buildup in the heart’s arteries that can lead to heart attack, and cardiovascular disease, which includes heart attack, stroke and heart failure. The Results The more fiber…

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Pain does not need to be a fact of life We often talk about the aches and pains that come with age, as if it’s the natural course of events. Half of older adults in the U.S. report having pain that affects their activity, and many of them feel they have no recourse but to live with it. So what actually happens to the human body over the years? Bone density lessens, sometimes culminating in osteoporosis — brittle bones that present a higher risk of fracture. The gel-like discs in between the vertebrae get thinner, which can cause back pain.…

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