Study also found physical activity more protective than mental stimulation MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Regular exercise may offer seniors more protection against brain shrinkage than social or mentally stimulating activities, a new study suggests. Previous research has linked aging-related brain shrinkage to memory and thinking problems. In this study, Scottish researchers examined the...

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But pediatricians’ group acknowledged that lower pesticide levels may be better for growing brain By Maureen SalamonHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Parents weighing the value of feeding their children organic foods should understand there’s little evidence to back the notion that such fare is healthier in the long run than conventionally produced...

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Child obesity was more likely as parental stress scores rose By Randy DotingaHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Stress in parents may contribute to obesity in their kids, and as parental stress rises the kids are more likely to eat fast food, a new study finds. The research has caveats. It doesn’t definitively...

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Doping scandal has already caused cyclist to step down as head of cancer charity MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Lance Armstrong has been stripped of his seven Tour de France titles and banned from cycling for life, the International Cycling Union announced Monday. The UCI decision comes after the recent release of a United...

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American Academy of Pediatrics says more complex stunting, acrobatics call for greater surveillance MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Cheerleading has become a competitive, year-round sport that features complex acrobatic stunts, which has led to an increase in the number and severity of injuries, experts say. Now, new guidelines released by the American Academy of...

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