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A fat-rich diet is a man’s enemy

Men who have a high total fat intake have lower total sperm count and concentration than those who have low fat intake
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It’s confirmed! Yoga reduces stress

Western and Eastern medicine complement one another. Yoga is known to improve stress-related nervous system imbalances
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Glaucoma, a brain disorder?

The new research paradigm focuses on the damage that occurs in a type of nerve cell called retinal ganglion cells [RGCs], which are vital to the ability to see
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Found! The magic ingredient for a satisfying relationship

The more men and women try to be empathetic to their partner's feelings, the happier they are
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Trans fats increase risk of stroke in postmenopausal women

Postmenopausal women who had the highest trans fat intake [6.1 grams/day] had a 39 per cent greater incidence of stroke compared to those who consumed less [2.2 grams/day]
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Get older, sleep better

Subjective sleep quality seems to improve over a lifetime, with the fewest complaints coming from people in their 80s
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Transplant patients, keep away from second hand smoke

Exposure to second-hand cigarette smoke in those who have recently received a transplant, results in graft rejection.
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Avoid work-related burnout; sweat it out!

Exercising for only four hours per week reduced a person's likelihood of mental deterioration by half. Physical activity that counts is the one that increases your heart rate and makes you sweat
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Cancer cells can survive without sugar too

Growth of cancer cells can be halted by depriving them of their energy source
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If you are obese, go slow on alcohol

If you're obese and fond of alcohol, restrict your intake to a couple of drinks a day