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Cigar smoking: Safer than cigarette smoking?
Despite what you might think, cigars aren't that different from cigarettes. Like cigarettes, cigars contain nicotine, tobacco and cancer-causing chemicals.
White coat hypertension: When blood pressure rises in a medical setting
Blood pressure that measures high during a health checkup could be a risk factor for high blood pressure. Find out more.
Heart rate: What's normal?
A normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. A heart rate above or below that may signal a problem.
Ocular migraine: When to seek help
Flashes of light, zigzagging patterns and temporary blindness — what does it all mean?
Butter vs. margarine: Which is better for my heart?
Margarine usually tops butter for heart health. But not all margarines are created equal.
Macrocytosis: What causes it?
Enlarged red blood cells (macrocytosis) can be due to many factors.
VLDL cholesterol: Is it harmful?
Like LDL cholesterol, very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol is considered a type of 'bad' cholesterol.
Diverticulitis: Can certain foods trigger an attack?
Contrary to popular belief, no specific foods are known to trigger diverticulitis attacks.
Digestion: How long does it take?
Digestion takes about two to five days, depending on your system.
Water after meals: Does it disturb digestion?
Drinking plenty of water helps keep your digestive system on track.
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