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Reaching your cholesterol targets

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...that is part of LDL-C and VLDL-C and can cause inflammation in the blood vessels **The high risk group also includes people with diabetes or atherosclerosis-related diseases (e.g., heart disease,... Read more

Adlyxine

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Lixisenatide belongs to a group of medications known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It is used along with other medications to improve blood glucose (sugar) levels for people with type 2 diabetes. It... Read more

What to expect: Breast-feeding FAQ, part 1

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...allergies or conditions related to allergies, such as asthma and eczema. It may help prevent SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). It may reduce the risk of childhood diabetes, inflammatory bowel... Read more

Cholesterol: The lower the better?

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...see " How high cholesterol affects your blood vessels "). These include people with higher levels of cholesterol, smokers, people with diabetes, people with high blood pressure, and those with... Read more

Fix 5 foot flaws

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...pad of your toe can actually be pretty painful. The redness and swelling can sometimes give way to full-on infection. Although it’s rare, people (especially those who have diabetes) have... Read more

Your 20s: body basics

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...too much weight during this time can set you up for health problems later in life, in particular diabetes or cardiovascular problems. Your bones bear the burden of excess weight... Read more

Your 30s: body basics

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...to weight gain and loss of muscle mass and tone. Not to mention that regular physical activity can decrease your risks of heart disease, diabetes, and the symptoms of stress... Read more

You did what in your sleep?

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...be involved. But unintended weight gain and risk for diet-related conditions like type 2 diabetes are other dangers. Do you talk in your sleep? Sleep-talking, or somniloquy, is fairly common.... Read more

Stuck to the screen?

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...risks, such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Prevent it: Start a screen-time log for yourself and for your family. Record how much time you spend in front of screens... Read more

Fall for 10 healthy autumn eats

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...people with diabetes. Pears: Though softer, sweeter, and more delicate, pears provide just as much vitamin C and fibre as their apple kin. Add to the pear’s profile the benefits... Read more

Take care of 6 tricky skin issues

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...a lifetime of sun overexposure. To prevent future age spots, diligently apply sunscreen. Skin tags. Some people (more often women, people with diabetes, or those who are obese) will notice... Read more

Your 50s: body basics

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...your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. To lose this fat, you may need to bump up your workouts and lower your caloric intake. Your risk of colorectal cancer... Read more

Types of Incontinence

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...of urine from the bladder, such as a tumour or an enlarged prostate, or when the bladder nerves are damaged because of diabetes, multiple sclerosis, or injury. It can also... Read more

Beat the Flu Before it Beats You

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...bronchitis). If you belong to a high-risk group, your doctor may prescribe antiviral mediation. People at high risk include people with existing medical conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, heart disease), pregnant... Read more

10 easy ways to cut your stroke risk

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...  Give yourself a 5-minute "check-up": Some medical conditions can increase your stroke risk. These may include: atrial fibrillation diabetes high blood pressure high cholesterol a history of stroke or... Read more

Work out your heart

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...of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, and diabetes. Exercise can also help you strengthen your muscles, heart and lungs, give you more energy, reduce anxiety and stress, and maintain... Read more

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