Health News: Steep to Skip Cancer
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Steep to Skip CancerIs it teatime yet? In a recent study, women who drank a few cups daily of black tea had a 31 percent reduction in ovarian cancer risk vs. women who rarely or never drank tea. Researchers say the flavonols in tea reduce inflammation and help fight abnormal cell growth. —University of East AngliaIs it teatime yet? In a recent study, women who drank a few cups daily of black tea had a 31 percent reduction in ovarian cancer risk vs. women who rarely or never drank tea. Researchers say the flavonols in tea reduce inflammation and help fight abnormal cell growth. —University of East Anglia
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34The percentage of people with high levels of happiness who eat five-plus servings of fruits and vegetables. —International Journal of CancerThe percentage of people with high levels of happiness who eat five-plus servings of fruits and vegetables. —International Journal of Cancer
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Exercise for Bone HealthWho knew that getting stronger could benefit your bones too? In a recent study, 60 to 120 minutes of weight lifting or jumping exercises per week improved bone density after six months. We’ll jump to that! —University of MissouriWho knew that getting stronger could benefit your bones too? In a recent study, 60 to 120 minutes of weight lifting or jumping exercises per week improved bone density after six months. We’ll jump to that! —University of Missouri
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Plants for ProductivityWant to increase concentration and productivity and make fewer mistakes at work? Bring in some plants. A recent study found that people working in a plant-filled environment completed tasks 15 percent more quickly—without mistakes—than their plantless coworkers. —Journal of Experimental PsychologyWant to increase concentration and productivity and make fewer mistakes at work? Bring in some plants. A recent study found that people working in a plant-filled environment completed tasks 15 percent more quickly—without mistakes—than their plantless coworkers. —Journal of Experimental Psychology
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Optimism Does a Heart GoodWomen who see the glass as half full are 30 percent less likely to die from heart disease than their pessimistic peers. —CirculationWomen who see the glass as half full are 30 percent less likely to die from heart disease than their pessimistic peers. —Circulation
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61The percentage of adults in the U.S. who say they’re trying to curb their intake of soda—including diet soda. —GallupThe percentage of adults in the U.S. who say they’re trying to curb their intake of soda—including diet soda. —Gallup
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Take a Bribe!Researchers have found that rewarding yourself—either with a financial pledge or a massage or mani/pedi—makes you more likely to stick with a commitment to, say, exercise more. —National Bureau of Economic ResearchResearchers have found that rewarding yourself—either with a financial pledge or a massage or mani/pedi—makes you more likely to stick with a commitment to, say, exercise more. —National Bureau of Economic Research
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Runners: Guard Your KneesYou know the benefits of running faster: It boosts your cardio workout. But did you know that running faster could actually benefit your knees? A recent study found that speeding up from a 12-minute mile to an 8-minute mile reduced the cumulative force on your knees by 27 percent. —Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical TherapyYou know the benefits of running faster: It boosts your cardio workout. But did you know that running faster could actually benefit your knees? A recent study found that speeding up from a 12-minute mile to an 8-minute mile reduced the cumulative force on your knees by 27 percent. —Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy
