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"Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought with a price. Therefore honor God with your body."
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 |
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Very young children who eat French fries frequently have a much higher risk of breast cancer as adults, U.S. researchers reported on Wednesday.
A study of American nurses found that one additional serving of fries per week at ages 3 to 5 increased breast cancer risk by 27 percent
“Researchers are finding more evidence that diet early in life could play a role in the development of diseases in women later in life,” said Dr. Karin Michels, of Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston and Harvard Medical School, who led the study.
- Reuters Health
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What does being an “apple” or “pear” mean and why does it matter?
Your health is affected not only by how much body fat you have, but also by where most of the fat is located on your body. People who tend to gain weight mostly in their hips and buttocks have roughly “pear-shaped” figures, while people who tend to gain weight mostly in the abdomen have more of an “apple” shape.
If you are an “apple” rather than a “pear”, you are at increased risk for the health problems associated with obesity, such as diabetes, coronary heart disease, and high blood pressure. There is nothing you can do to change your body type – that’s something you inherited, and have had since birth – but you can take special care to keep your weight at a healthy level, eat nutritiously, exercise as appropriate, and maintain other health lifestyle habits.
As long as you avoid excess weight, being an “apple” vs. a “pear” doesn’t put you at special risk – it’s just one of those things to keep in mind. And even “pears” should take particular care to keep their weight within normal limits, to avoid the health problems associated with obesity. |
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Good oral health helps you have a lot more than a pretty smile. It also helps your overall health. Keep your teeth, gums, and mouth health by having regular oral exams, practicing good oral hygiene, and eating a healthy diet.
STEPS YOU CAN TAKE:
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Drink fluoridated water and fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride protects against tooth decay at all ages.
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Brush after meals with a soft or medium bristled toothbrush. Also brush after drinking, before going to bed. Use dental floss daily.
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See your dentist twice a year for an oral exam and call right away when you have problems like bleeding gums, mouth sores, or trouble swallowing or chewing.
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Have a well-balanced, nutritious diet, and limit sugary foods.
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If you have a baby, wiping your baby’s gum ridges with a soft cloth or baby toothbrush after nursing or feeding can help remove sugars that cause tooth decay.
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