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Can whole-grain foods lower blood pressure?
Find out if eating whole-grain foods can lower blood pressure.
Can music help someone with Alzheimer's?
A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses the possible benefits of music for people with Alzheimer's disease.
Caffeine: Is it dehydrating or not?
Caffeinated drinks usually won't dehydrate you, but water is still your best option.
Caffeine: How much is too much?
Is your caffeine habit causing problems? Find out how much is too much and if you need to curb your consumption.
Caffeine: Does it affect blood sugar?
For some people with diabetes, as much as one cup of coffee can cause higher or lower blood sugar levels. Learn how caffeine affects your blood sugar.
Caffeine content for coffee, tea, soda and more
Find out just how much caffeine is in coffee, tea, soda and energy drinks. You may be surprised at how much caffeine you're consuming.
Butter vs. margarine: Which is better for my heart?
Margarine usually tops butter for heart health. But not all margarines are created equal.
Bridge pose
Try this simple yoga pose to increase the flexibility in your back.
Body-weight training: Is it effective for strength training?
Body-weight training — Try out this alternative form of strength training.
Blood pressure tip: Know alcohol limits
Having more than three drinks in one sitting temporarily increases blood pressure. Binge drinking can cause large and sudden increases in blood pressure and increase the risk of stroke. If you're a heavy or binge drinker, talk to your health care provider about how to reduce your drinking.
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