According to a review in the March 2010 issue of the Veterinary Clinics in the U.S., one third of all cats and dogs in the U.S. are overweight or obese. Excess weight harms their health too, including an increased risk of arthritis, heart disease, and premature death.
And how often have we heard the automobile “caregiver” say, “Let’s plan a vacation this summer with our motor home so we can give it a good run and keep all the parts running smoothly.
Italian researchers analyzed the most healthful ways to cook broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cauliflower. Fresh vegetables retain more of their nutrients after cooking than frozen ones, and steaming preserved and, in some cases enhanced their nutritional profile.
According to a June 2010 study, being deprived of sleep for just one night impairs the ability of insulin to ferry sugar from the blood to the body’s tissues. Such insulin resistance may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
If you love ice cream but can’t downsize to the recommended half cup serving, fill a bowl with berries or other fruit and top with a small scoop of ice cream.
According to a survey of 4,800 adults, nearly 40 percent of the people who recognized common stroke symptoms in a friend or family member would not call 911. That is a potentially fatal error, since the sooner you get emergency care the greater chance of survival and recovery. Symptoms include trouble speaking or understanding, numbness or weakness on one side of the body, or difficulty in seeing from one or both eyes.
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