Health News: Bone Up On Yoga
8 ways to better your health & fitness this holiday season and beyond.
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Bone Up On YogaWomen who do yoga just 12 minutes daily significantly improved the bone density in their spine and femurs. —Topics in Geriatric RehabilitationWomen who do yoga just 12 minutes daily significantly improved the bone density in their spine and femurs. —Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation
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9The number of forms of bacteria found on shoe bottoms. Remove shoes at home to avoid transferring bacteria to floor surfaces. —University of ArizonaThe number of forms of bacteria found on shoe bottoms. Remove shoes at home to avoid transferring bacteria to floor surfaces. —University of Arizona
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13The percent by which women’s breast cancer risk can be reduced by eating an additional 10 grams of fiber daily as a young adult. —PediatricsThe percent by which women’s breast cancer risk can be reduced by eating an additional 10 grams of fiber daily as a young adult. —Pediatrics
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Going grey? Don’t blame stressTurns out genetics are partly the cause of gray tresses. About 30 percent of people of European descent have the IRF4 gene, which appears to cause folks to gray prematurely. The gene is linked to the production of melanin, which affects eye, skin and hair color. —University College, LondonTurns out genetics are partly the cause of gray tresses. About 30 percent of people of European descent have the IRF4 gene, which appears to cause folks to gray prematurely. The gene is linked to the production of melanin, which affects eye, skin and hair color. —University College, London
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Muscle upGuys, in case you needed another reason to bulk up, research shows that men with the most arm and leg muscle—and the least belly fat—were 68 percent less likely to die of cardiovascular disease than thinner men with less arm and leg muscle. The reason? Muscles aid insulin function, which might slow heart woes. —UCLAGuys, in case you needed another reason to bulk up, research shows that men with the most arm and leg muscle—and the least belly fat—were 68 percent less likely to die of cardiovascular disease than thinner men with less arm and leg muscle. The reason? Muscles aid insulin function, which might slow heart woes. —UCLA
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1/4The ideal length in inches hair should be before waxing. Why? You’ll experience the least amount of pain and get the smoothest results. —American Academy of Dermatology “Exfoliating 24 hours before a wax is another great way to minimize pain and maximize results.” —Lisa Hoyle, esthetician/ owner, The Honey Pot, MahwahThe ideal length in inches hair should be before waxing. Why? You’ll experience the least amount of pain and get the smoothest results. —American Academy of Dermatology “Exfoliating 24 hours before a wax is another great way to minimize pain and maximize results.” —Lisa Hoyle, esthetician/ owner, The Honey Pot, Mahwah
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Surgery on Wednesday?According to research, there’s a 318 percent increase in your risk of death if your elective surgery is on a weekend versus a weekday. —Medical CareAccording to research, there’s a 318 percent increase in your risk of death if your elective surgery is on a weekend versus a weekday. —Medical Care
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Remember this numberNeed a quick way to de-stress? Think fourseven- eight. Then use this proven strategy from holistic medicine guru Andrew Weil, M.D.: Inhale for four counts through your nose (mouth closed), and hold your breath for seven counts. Next, exhale through your mouth to the count of eight. Do this three more times to breathe your way to relaxation. —Arizona Center for Integrative MedicineNeed a quick way to de-stress? Think fourseven- eight. Then use this proven strategy from holistic medicine guru Andrew Weil, M.D.: Inhale for four counts through your nose (mouth closed), and hold your breath for seven counts. Next, exhale through your mouth to the count of eight. Do this three more times to breathe your way to relaxation. —Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine
