December 2012 - ProHealth

Tis The Season

It is a season to be merry and have family gatherings. During these joyous times, we tend to mimic old Saint Nick and eat well over the recommended portion sizes. Obesity, Diabetes, and high blood pressure are on the rise in the United States. Fast food restaurants have an option to make portions larger on

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The Flu Vaccine Is A Heart Vaccine

Two studies presented by the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress have shown that getting a flu shot can cut your risk of heart attack or stroke by 50%. Clinical trials involving 3,227 patients, half of whom were diagnosed with heart disease and averaged 60 years of age, found that 50% were less likely to suffer a major

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