Healthy Living
Types of Blood Pressure Medications
Here's a rundown on the main types of drugs and how they work. Often, two or more drugs work better than one.
For more information, select the type of medication from the list.
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Leading Health Indicators
The Leading Health Indicators illuminate individual behaviors, physical and social environmental factors, and important health system issues that greatly affect the health of individuals and communities. Underlying each of these indicators is the significant influence of income and education.
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The Power of Tea
Ever since a mob of irate American colonists threw a few tons of British tea into Boston harbor, Americans have shown a distinct preference for Juan Valdez over King George.
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Calcium? That's just the beginning…
Milk provides a powerful nutrient punch and when searching for substitutes, supplements and fortified foods fall far short. The Dietary Guidelines committee increased the number of recommended number of dairy servings to 3 a day because dairy is a major source of potassium, vitamin A, magnesium and other nutrients Americans don't consume enough.
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USDA says, “Eat More!” – more of the good stuff…
The key to staying healthy and maintaining weight while “eating more” is to choose super foods that are nutrient-rich and packed with nutritional value. That's where dairy foods, whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables come in. Try these tips to fill up on the good stuff.
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How's the New Year's Resolution Coming?
Keeping your New Year's resolution doesn't require supernatural willpower when you surround yourself with nutrient-rich, great tasting foods. Eating a healthy breakfast is a one quick trick to help you stick to your new plan.
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