Week of May 14, 2012
	Nutrition Update

Fish Protects Colon

People who eat plenty of fish may have a lower risk of colon and rectal cancers. Details.

That's $5000 Per Family

By 2030, 42 percent of Americans will be obese and 11 percent severely obese, costing the nation $550 billion a year. Details.

Did Your Parents Have High Blood Pressure?

You may be able to avoid it through exercise. Details.

Spare Tire Is Deadly

Divide your waist measurement by your hip measurement. If you're a man and the ratio is over 0.95, your risk of sudden cardiac death is significantly higher. For women the danger point is 0.8. Details.

Lighten Up!

Doing more repetitions with less weight builds muscle and strength just as effectively as training with heavy weights. Details.

Zinc, Schminc

Taking zinc may shorten a cold, but will iikely trigger unpleasant side effects. Details.

Are You a Buckler?

Obese drivers are less likely to fasten their seat belts. Details.

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