Too fat? Maybe not
Article Abstract:
A controversial new guideline for weight measurement was released. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans show that the weight of an individual can increase with age. A number of researchers expressed concern that individuals may misinterpret the new guidelines, believing that it is healthy to gain a number of pounds as they get older.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1992
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Your Alzheimer's risk
Article Abstract:
Relatives of patients with Alzheimer's disease are worried about their risks of developing the illness. Research has determined that the more probable odds of this are 19% for children or siblings, 10% for nephews and nieces and 5% for those without any afflicted relations.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1992
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Be shrewd about food
Article Abstract:
Questions on whether food and eating habits are healthy or not may be answered with a diet evaluation. A quiz on eating habits is presented.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1993
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