October 17, 2019 · Leave a Comment
How Much is Too Much? A New Twist in the Great Coffee Debate
By In the Loop
New research suggests one’s body may be able to handle up to 25 cups of coffee per day. But wait! There’s definitely more you should know before you pour your next cup.
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Tags: Dr Donald Hensrud, Heart attack, Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, stroke
October 10, 2019 · Leave a Comment
Exercise Is Just What the Doctor Ordered to Fight Age-Related Changes
By In the Loop
The signs of aging are there, if you’re paying attention. It’s a little harder to climb the stairs, get out of bed, fit into the pants you bought last year. “As you age, your body stars to slow down, and tasks that used to be easy now require a bit more effort,” Daniel Gaz of […]
February 21, 2019 · Leave a Comment
When It Comes to Sugar, There Really Is Too Much of a Good Thing
By In the Loop
It’s no secret that curbing a sugar habit is good for your overall health. Whether you start slow or go cold turkey, before you know it your cravings for the sweet stuff will be in the rearview mirror.
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Tags: Dr Donald Hensrud, Katherine Zeratsky, Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, Mayo Clinic Minute
February 7, 2019 · Leave a Comment
Exercise Doesn’t Have to be “Exercise”
By In the Loop
According to Health and Human Services’ updated physical activity guidelines, the recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise can come in small doses and still have a big impact.
January 2, 2018 · Leave a Comment
Heart-Healthy Resolutions to Get Your New Year Started Right
By In the Loop
Now that the holiday gatherings and other festivities are done, it’s time to get serious about that list of New Year’s resolutions.
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Tags: Dr. Stephen Kopecky, Heart Disease, Mayo Clinic Diet, Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program
December 19, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Health News From The Onion Solves Old-Fashioned Donut Question
By In the Loop
News stories that bring together Mayo Clinic research and pastries are as rare as the perfect chocolate-frosted cake doughnut. Unless, of course, the source of that news is The Onion.
October 12, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Mayo Physician Dispels Popular Coffee Misconceptions
By In the Loop
Is coffee good or bad for us? How much is too much? Can it stunt growth? Donald Hensrud, M.D., director of Mayo Clinic’s Healthy Living Program, provides answers to these much-debated questions.
August 10, 2017 · Leave a Comment
If Sitting Is the New Smoking, Here’s How to Break the Habit
By In the Loop
Research has shown that too much sitting is associated with a host of health problems. Fortunately, there are (ahem) steps you can take to combat those negative effects.
June 8, 2017 · Leave a Comment
Timely Tips for Fitting Fitness Into Your Workday
By In the Loop
With all of the demands of modern life, it can be tough to fit in fitness. But with a bit of creative thinking, it’s possible — even at the office. And every little bit adds up.
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Tags: Danielle Johnson, Exercise, Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program