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9/6/2008Exercise may cut risk of various cancersReuters.comAdults who are regularly active, whether through exercise or work, are less likely to develop a range of cancers, a new study suggests.9/3/2008Exercise may improve memory in older peopleReuters.comRegular, moderate exercise may help improve memory in older people and delay the onset of dementia, a study in Australia shows.9/3/2008How you eat, not what you eat, may be packing on the poundsDetroit NewsThink you need to totally ban certain high fat and sugary foods from your life to avoid unwanted weight gain? Not so fast. Maybe it's not what you're eating, but how you're eating.9/2/2008Stressed mothers may raise fat children: studyReuters.comMillions of poor children in the United States may be getting fat before age 10 because their mothers are stressed out and the youngsters seek escape in unhealthy comfort food, researchers said on Tuesday.9/2/2008Lack of joy in life ups early death risk: studyReuters.comPeople who don't think life is worth living are more likely to die within the next few years, research from Japan shows.8/26/2008Experts agree: Run long, live longPittsburgh Post-GazetteRegular aerobic exercise significantly retards the aging process, say researchers at Stanford University. Doctors at Stanford's school of medicine have tracked 538 older runners for more than 20 years. The runners live longer and are much healthier than their peers who exercise little or not at all.8/18/2008D.C. Bike Sharing Kicks Into High GearWashington PostToday the city will join the ranks of Paris and Barcelona with the launch of the first high-tech public bike-sharing program in the United States, forcing such cities as San Francisco and Chicago to look here to see chic alternative transportation in action in America.8/13/2008Making strides: A long hike decries alcohol addictionDetroit NewsA Troy man has begun a 350-mile walk to honor National Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Month.7/29/2008The Myth of Moderate ExerciseTime.comObesity experts agree that daily exercise is essential for good health, but whether it can successfully lead to long-term weight loss is a question of much debate. What has become increasingly clear, however, is that the conventionally accepted advice — 30 minutes of moderate-intensity activity most days of the week — is probably insufficient to spur any real change in a person's body weight.7/23/20083 ways to measure your fitness levelIndianapolis StarRemember the presidential physical fitness test you anguished over in school? Now, there's an adult version you can take at home. Don't groan. It's not that hard.7/18/2008More Americans obese, government findsReuters.comMore than a quarter of all Americans are now obese, the latest U.S. government figures show. The percentage of U.S. adults who are obese grew by nearly 2 percent between 2005 and 2007, from just under 24 percent to 25.6 percent, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Thursday.7/16/2008Burn calories, not gasIndianapolis StarWhether for fitness or thrift, bicycling is regaining popularity among adults.7/16/2008Teens turning sluggishDetroit NewsStudy shows as kids age, exercise drops off, raising risks for hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, obesity.7/16/2008Neighborhood may affect high blood pressure riskReuters.comResearchers found that people who lived in neighborhoods with more opportunities for exercise, less crime, better grocery stores and a closer sense of community had a lower risk having high blood pressure -- independent of factors such as income and education level.7/14/2008Broadway To Receive Pedestrian/Bicycle MakeoverNew York TimesIn a surprising reshaping of the urban landscape, the city is creating a public esplanade along a portion of one of its most prominent streets, Broadway in Midtown, setting aside the east side of the roadway for a bicycle lane and a pedestrian walkway with cafe tables, chairs, umbrellas and flower-filled planters.7/9/2008Study shows value of food diary in losing weightReuters.comKeeping a food diary -- a detailed account of what you eat and drink and the calories it packs -- is a powerful tool in helping people lose weight, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday.7/9/2008Obesity levels in China rising fast, study findsReuters.comOf all the developing countries, only in Mexico is the rate of increase in becoming overweight among adults faster than in China.7/7/2008Exercise policy: Just do itDetroit NewsYou can run it, walk it or crawl it, but when it comes to the health benefits, a mile is just a mile.6/30/2008U.S. program targets obesity at grassroots levelReuters.comA new program developed by the U.S. government is tackling the obesity epidemic by helping "tween" girls and their parents make small but important changes to build a healthier lifestyle.6/23/2008Cell Cyclers go the extra mile for a cureToronto StarWhen the Cell Cyclers cross the finish line tomorrow, after a 200-kilometre bike ride across southern Ontario to raise money for cancer research, each of the 11 team members will have something different swirling through their mind.6/23/2008Work Zone: High-stepping Companies' pedometer programs promote wellnessPittsburgh Post-GazetteEvery year when Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield gets ready to start its 10,000 Step Challenge, the maintenance staff kicks it into high gear.6/18/2008On 3 Days in August, City Will Try No-Car ZoneNew York Times“If it works, we’ll certainly consider doing it again,” Mr. Bloomberg said. “If not, we won’t. But we have never been afraid to try new ideas, especially the ones that have the potential to improve the quality of life.”6/16/2008Stilt-walker nears his goal of 830 miles across MichiganDetroit NewsBenefit for United Cerebal Palsy allows Neil Sauter to give back to the cause.6/13/2008Tips for a long, healthy lifeToronto StarDan Buettner hasn't discovered the fountain of youth, but he has some pretty good clues on living a longer, healthier life after years of studying what he calls "blue zones" — areas of the world where longevity and health go hand in hand.6/10/2008Active students fit for better gradesToronto StarNew Ontario research shows schools that push fitness and nutrition have watched their standardized scores rise by as much as 50 per cent over two years in Grade 3 reading and 39 per cent in Grade 3 math – outscoring other schools in similar neighbourhoods by about eight points across all three subjects.6/10/2008Exercise may help reduce addiction to drugs, boozeDetroit NewsSure, exercise is good for your waistline, your heart, your bones -- but might it also help prevent addiction to drugs or alcohol?6/4/2008Off the couch!Indianapolis StarSummertime sports can help you look and feel better -- and you'll have a good time.6/4/2008Study: Advising kids to diet may not workDetroit NewsIf you want your overweight teenagers to slim down, whatever you do, don't tell them to go on a diet. That most likely will make matters worse, according to a new study.6/2/2008City has big plans for bikesColumbus DispatchCity commits to adding over 450 miles of new bikeways/lanes linking neighborhoods, parks, downtown, and employment centers over the next 20 years and making an initial investment of $20 million.5/29/2008Kids' couch-surfing hits new highToronto StarCanadian kids are continuing to swap their running shoes for cartoons, computers and high-octane video games, pushing sedentary behaviour to an all-time high across the country. Average screen time is now 6 hours per day.5/29/2008Kid obesity rate steadyDetroit NewsThe percentage of American children who are overweight or obese appears to have leveled off after a 25-year increase, according to new figures that offer a glimmer of hope in an otherwise dismal battle.5/23/2008Diet, exercise can delay diabetes for years: studyReuters.comType 2 diabetes accounts for about 90 percent of all diabetes cases and is closely linked to obesity and physical inactivity. Type 1 diabetes is an auto-immune disease often diagnosed at an early age.5/21/2008Turning back the body clockIndianapolis StarDefy the calendar with proper diet, lifestyle.5/19/2008Diet, exercise tied to cancer survivor well-beingReuters.comJust 5 percent of U.S. cancer survivors are meeting experts' recommendations on diet, physical activity and cigarette smoking, a new survey shows.5/19/2008A true bicycle culture remains elusiveToronto StarScarcity of bike lanes and sparse political support stand in way.5/16/2008Where Cyclists And Motorists Are FriendsOttawa CitizenTo make North American cities more bicycle friendly, planners should look to Stockholm, Sweden and Freiburg, Germany -- two European cities were bikes and cars happily co-exist on the street.5/16/2008Government to unveil fitness test for adultsSeattle TimesIf you didn't get a Presidential Physical Fitness Award in school, the government is giving you another chance to prove you're in shape.5/14/2008Teen exercise may cut risk of breast cancerDetroit NewsGet your daughters off the couch: New research shows exercise during the teen years -- starting as young as age 12 -- can help protect girls from breast cancer when they're grown.5/12/2008New York bicycle commuters face an uphill climbLos Angeles TimesWith rising gas prices and concern over auto emissions, more workers are taking to two wheels. But they must navigate an obstacle course of anarchic traffic conditions.5/9/2008One Dad Vail rower already is triumphant. Long, hard pull to victoryPhiladelphia InquirerAs she does nearly every day in good weather, Hilary Armstrong pushed off from a dock on the Schuylkill and used her powerful arms, legs and torso to begin rowing her four-person boat. That in itself is a miracle.5/9/2008Portland pedals to PlatinumThe OregonianOn Tuesday morning, this bike-proud city celebrated an honor that recognizes its efforts to better accommodate bicyclists: the coveted Platinum designation as a bike-friendly environment. League of American Bicyclists bestowed Portland as the first major metro area to earn the designation. 5/7/2008Food costs likely to boost obesity in poorPhiladelphia InquirerSome of the fattest people in America are among the poorest. And with food prices rising, the problem is likely to get worse.5/6/2008School cyclists fit to be tied over rack snubThe Star LedgerStudents at Bridgewater-Raritan High School in New Jersey are protesting after the principal refused to accept a new bike rack as a gift from the school's environmental club.5/2/2008How healthy can you get on diet alone?Pittsburgh Post-GazetteAn estimated 14.2% of the population spends less than 10 minutes a week on moderately intense activities, such as walking and vacuuming, or vigorous ones, such as running, according to 2005 statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A quarter of Americans say they're not performing any physical activity during their free time.4/30/2008Obesity, brain agingIndianapolis StarThe brains of people who are overweight or obese may age faster than the brains of those who are normal weight.4/30/2008Getting enough exercisePittsburgh Post-GazetteThe secret? Play the game you love.4/30/2008Obesity rates higher near fast-food outletsDetroit NewsIn communities with an abundance of fast-food outlets and convenience stores, researchers have found, obesity and diabetes rates are much higher than in areas where fresh fruit and vegetable markets and full-service grocery stores are easily accessible.4/28/2008Two local guys discover the secret of guy weight-loss motivation: betting on itSeattle TimesBy laying stakes on their weight-loss goals, John Dirks and Adam Orkand have stumbled upon a method — and a healthy hobby — that keeps them in shape.4/25/2008Tacoma can be foot-friendly city, architect saysThe News TribuneIn an age where people can accomplish many daily activities from home using computers, they use public spaces for optional activities such as leisure shopping or urban recreation. But people will only use those spaces if they are inviting, high-quality places.4/25/2008Stressed-out workers skip gym, head straight for comfort foodSeattle TimesAs the credit and housing crises rattle Wall Street, pressures over bigger workloads, job security and shrinking nest eggs are upending diets and fueling unhealthy habits across the country.4/23/2008Life spans falling for least-healthy Americans, study by Harvard, UW findsSeattle TimesFor the first time in generations, life expectancy for large numbers of Americans is stagnating or falling as more people pay for obesity, high blood pressure and other chronic conditions with shortened lives.4/21/2008A model city for sane transportationToronto StarIn Bremen, Germany, 60 percent of trips are made by means other than car.4/18/2008Bicycle Built for Red HookNew York PostWith no subway service and just a couple of bus lines, Brooklyn's Red Hook is looking to become the city's most bike-friendly neighborhood.4/16/2008Over-70 softballers feel young againPhiladelphia InquirerBob Rodgers, 78, great-grandfather of seven, homered, tripled, and made an unassisted double play at first base yesterday as the Royals smoked the Bobcats, 12-1, on opening day of Philadelphia's Over-70 Senior Softball League.4/16/2008He's hiking his way to good healthIndianapolis StarDuring a spring break trip in college, I hiked about 60 miles of the Appalachian Trail with friends. It wasn't enjoyable because the weather was awful and none of us knew what we were doing. But that kind of set off my thinking to hike the entire 2,175 miles from Georgia to Maine at one time.4/14/2008Study: TV viewing hasn't helped happinessDetroit NewsMore active, stimulating recreation and group activities are what help us feel connected and content.4/14/2008Changing Skyline: The city has lost control of its sidewalksPhiladelphia InquirerThere are close to 1.5 million people living in Philadelphia, and every one of them is a pedestrian at one time or another. Yet City Hall sometimes seems surprised to learn that people travel on two feet.4/11/20085 ways to get your family fitIndianapolis StarIf your family car is wearing a groove in the drive-through lane at the local fast-food joint -- and that's the only time you sit down for dinner together anyway -- check out a new program designed to make families healthier.4/7/2008Study ties bedroom TV to unhealthy habits in teensReuters.comTeenagers with a bedroom television tend to have poorer diet and exercise habits and lower grades in school than those without one, U.S. researchers said on Monday.4/7/2008Fewer kids get fat in school health trialDetroit NewsFive Philadelphia elementary schools replaced sodas with fruit juice. They scaled back snacks and banished candy. They handed out raffle tickets for wise food choices. They spent hours teaching kids, their parents and teachers about good nutrition.4/4/2008Sprawling neighborhoods not linked to obesity, study findsReuters.comIn research published in the Journal of Urban Economics, researchers found that people's weight did not change as they moved from one neighborhood to another. Rather, people who are inclined to be heavy are choosing to live in particular types of neighborhoods because they can more easily move around by car for example.4/3/2008Runner gets homeless on right trackCNN.comAt 5 a.m. on any given day, Anne Mahlum could be found running the dark streets of Philadelphia -- with homeless men cheering her on as she passed their shelter. But one morning last spring, she stopped in her tracks.4/2/2008Taking heart on the highest mountainsToronto StarKelly Perkins accepted her donor heart while standing atop the world.4/2/2008Beijing pollution risky for endurance athletesReuters.comEndurance events at the Beijing Olympics could pose a health risk if they are staged on heavily polluted days, the International Olympic Committee said on Wednesday, although it was prepared to reschedule such events.3/31/2008Bike, transit use rising along with gas pricesThe Vancouver SunA majority of British Columbians say rising gasoline prices are causing financial hardship in their households, according to an Angus Reid Strategies survey. British Columbians lead Canada in turning to bicycles, public transit or selling their cars as an alternative to paying more on gas.3/28/2008New S.F. bike plan would add 34 miles of lanesSan Francisco ChronicleSan Francisco bicyclists would be able to ride on 34 miles of new bike lanes - routes that would, in some cases, mean a loss of curbside automobile parking and traffic lanes, under a plan being circulated by city officials.3/26/2008Always spoiling for a good walkCleveland Plain DealerD.J. Gregory is going to another PGA Tour event this week in New Orleans. He will walk every hole of every round at the Zurich Classic, just as he has done the previous 12 tournaments, and will do the next 24 tournaments until his amazing journey ends at the Tour Championship. Gregory, 30, has cerebral palsy, which he refers to more as an inconvenience than an ailment.3/26/2008Getting There: Tempe testing colored bicycle lanesEast Valley TribuneThe main tool cities have used to demarcate bike lanes has been paint. There’s the white line for the lane, and sometimes a bike icon painted in the lane. But as bicyclists complain that drivers aren’t paying attention, cities have gotten very bold with paint — slathering over the entire lane with green, blue or red.3/24/2008Comprehensive action needed to fight obesityReuters.comThe problem of obesity cannot be reduced simply to genetics and it also cannot be blamed solely on our environments or learned behaviors. Media coverage should highlight that the obesity epidemic is the result of a variety of factors, and that change requires a comprehensive approach that tackles the problem from all sides.3/24/2008On Potato Omelets and Winter Cycling StreetsblogWhy Americans don't cycle in the cold and rain, and why they do in Amsterdam.3/24/2008Workers to put pedals to metalLong Beach Press-TelegramThe city of Long Beach, California, has initiated a bike sharing program for city officials. The program consists of 16 shared bikes, usable by city employees for short trips and errands around the city.3/21/2008America's losing sleep, and our hectic lifestyles may be to blameDetroit NewsExperts blame a mix of on-the-go lifestyles and bad habits -- daylight-saving time, Starbucks ventis, late-night snacks and late-night TV -- for growing sleep woes. And when it's time for bed, doctors say bodies don't always shut down when we turn off the lights.3/17/2008Rail Trail Eyed for Bike TrailChicago Public RadioIn Paris, there's a landscaped, elevated bikeway more than a mile long, reclaimed from old railroad property. Another has just opened in Manhattan. Now, community organizers around Bucktown and Humboldt Park say there should be one in Chicago too. They envision biking, Rollerblading and jogging for three miles without a stop sign. The city of Chicago and some powerful funders are teaming up to help make it happen.3/17/2008Completing NYC Streets For The Next CenturyBrooklyn Daily EagleWhat would our streets look like if they were redesigned, building-to-building, to first accommodate walkers, bicyclists, the disabled and surface transit? The days of living at the margins are over: the Complete Streets revolution has begun.3/17/2008New method finds networks of genes behind obesityReuters.comOvereating disrupts entire networks of genes in the body, causing not only obesity, but diabetes and heart disease, in ways that may be possible to predict, researchers reported on Sunday.3/12/2008A two-wheel solution to a more livable cityGlobe and MailBicycles may be the best weapon we have for the long campaign to make livable cities in the 21st century.3/12/2008Foods work together to boost health benefitsIndianapolis StarWe all know that certain foods are good for us -- fruit and vegetables, whole grains, certain types of fish. But now a growing body of research suggests that some of these foods may be even better for us if eaten in conjunction with each other.3/12/2008Bike sharing spins ahead with D.C. test driveThe OregonianAs part of the National Bike Summit in Washington, D.C., Earl Blumenauer will announce Wheels4Wellness, a program to provide up to 30 bicycles around the Capitol Hill complex for U.S. House employees to check out. 3/6/2008Finding the right running shoe makes a difference in performanceDetroit NewsThis is a story about running shoes, and don't let anyone like Bart Yasso, chief running officer of Runner's World magazine, hear you give them any other name.3/3/2008Riding, walking to work builds fitness into dayCNN.comLois Fletcher started taking the subway to work nine months ago to save money. It turned out to be an excellent way for her to lose weight -- more than 30 pounds to be exact.3/3/2008Feeling tired? Exercise a littleReuters.comCouch potatoes who complain they are tired all the time have an easy solution -- a little light exercise. Regular, low-intensity workouts such as a leisurely stroll can boost energy levels by 20 percent and decrease fatigue by 65 percent, a team at the University of Georgia found.3/3/2008Magically delicious: breakfast keeps teens leanReuters.comTeenagers who regularly eat breakfast tend to weigh less, exercise more and eat a more healthful diet than their breakfast-skipping peers, U.S. researchers said on Monday.2/29/2008Royal welcome to first 'Trim Town'Scotland on SundayPrince Charles has initiated an effort to build the world's first "trim town" -- a city form that aims to improve the health of its residents by creating walkable environments.2/29/2008Curing isolation with a long walkToronto StarThousands of pilgrims find kindred souls, and themselves, on Earth's long and winding roads.2/25/2008Drug studies cast doubt on common treatmentsIndianapolis StarA series of surprising findings about some of the most widely accepted assumptions in medicine has renewed debate about how aggressively doctors use drugs to prevent and treat some of the nation's leading health problems. More emphasis should be placed on improving risk factors through lifestyle changes, such as eating better, maintaining a healthy weight and exercising more.2/22/2008YMCA aims to be anti-obesity crusaderDetroit NewsOrganization's strategy is to target nation's 'lifestyle health crisis' with new programs.2/20/2008Probiotics help distance runners stay healthyReuters.comEndurance runners' strenuous training can erode their immunity and make them more vulnerable to catching colds, but a daily dose of "good" bacteria could bring their immune systems back up to speed, Australian researchers have shown.2/20/2008Cutting calories at breakfast will help you lose weight, right?Indianapolis StarReality: Actually, the opposite is true.2/18/2008Weighty issue: Money and scienceThe Philadelphia InquirerCall it a scientific food fight. The incoming president of the nation's leading group of obesity researchers has sparked a debate among his colleagues by taking the restaurant industry's side in a court case to limit obesity.2/15/2008Study links obesity to more types of cancerSeattle TimesBeing obese or even overweight may increase a person's risk of developing up to a dozen types of cancer, European researchers report in a new study.2/15/2008Eight ways to get fit in retirementPittsburgh Post-GazetteOdds are, if you're 50 or older, you know you should be exercising. But in all likelihood, you're probably spending more time on the couch or in the car than on the treadmill or hiking trail.2/13/2008Bikes becoming essential piece of equipment for TucsonAZ CentralBicycles may soon become as important as typewriters and desks as the City of Tucson launches a bike sharing program. Soon, employees may be riding to meetings or even to lunch on company-owned bikes.2/13/2008Chromosomes point the way to why exercise lengthens livesPittsburgh Post-GazettePeople who exercise regularly are up to nine years younger, biologically, than sedentary people of the same chronological age, according to a new study by a team of British researchers.2/13/2008City's two-wheel transformationThe GuardianLondon is likely to become one of the most cycle-friendly places in the world, with a series of two-wheeler superhighways cutting a swath through traffic and congestion. Plans for the super-cycleways will be unveiled next week as part of an initiative to stimulate a 400% increase in the number of people pedalling round the capital by 2025.2/13/2008Centenarians not an exclusive groupSeattle Times"It's not just luck, it's not just genetics. ... It's lifestyle" that seems to make a big difference, said lead author Dr. Laurel Yates of Harvard's Brigham and Women's Hospital. "It's get your shoes on, get out there and do some exercise," she said. "These are some things you can do" to increase the chances of a long life.2/11/2008Share the road with bicycles -- or payChicago Sun-TimesMayor seeks fines of up to $500 for reckless drivers.2/11/2008'Age 50 effect' shrinks heartIndianapolis StarThe human heart undergoes an inevitable -- and inexplicable -- shrinkage at the half-century mark, a phenomenon that its Long Island, N.Y., discoverer is calling the "age 50 effect," a mysterious development that affects both genders.2/8/2008The Happy CityenRouteFrom Paris to Bogota, urban spaces are undergoing a radical transformation with one thing in mind: your well-being.2/8/2008Mini-generator relies on the power of the walkThe Philadelphia InquirerStrapped to the knee, it could use energy generated by walking to run medical and other devices.2/8/2008Reduced "exercise capacity" an ominous signReuters.com"Exercise capacity" is one of many important prognostic factors measured during an exercise treadmill test, a simple procedure often performed in doctors' offices.2/8/2008Genes trump lifestyle in child obesity, study findsToronto StarDiet and lifestyle play a far smaller role than genetic factors in determining whether a child becomes overweight, according to a British study of twins published today.2/6/20087 ways for kids to be heart-healthyDetroit NewsHeart disease is the No. 1 killer in the United States. Since February is National Heart Health Month, you'll probably hear a lot about ways for men and women to lower their risk of heart disease. But the problem often begins in childhood.2/6/2008Danger in the bike laneSeattle Times"Right-hook" collisions, as riders call them, are among the most common risks of urban cycling. A bike enters an intersection going straight and gets hit by a right-turning car. It's a problem that cities such as Seattle must solve as they encourage thousands of people to switch from cars to bicycles. Mayor Greg Nickels has set a goal of tripling bicycle use within a decade.2/4/2008Health experts offer advice to curb obesitySeattle TimesSome health experts say communitywide changes are required to curb the obesity epidemic.2/4/2008The Walkability RevivalGoverning.comWill more people who can afford suburban privacy be attracted to the noise and bustle of the urban street?2/1/2008Staying a Step Ahead of AgingNew York TimesYou know what is supposed to happen when you grow old. You will slow down, you will grow weak, your steps will become short and mincing, and you will lose your sense of balance. That’s what aging researchers consistently find, and it’s no surprise to most of us. But it is worth remembering that the people in those studies were sedentary, said Dr. Vonda Wright, a professor of orthopedics at the University of Pittsburgh.2/1/2008Study shows exercise slows aging in cellsDetroit NewsPhysically active people have cells that look younger on a molecular level than those of couch potatoes, according to new research that offers a fundamental new clue into how exercise may help stave off aging.1/30/2008Exercise linked to "younger" DNASeattle TimesAs if gray hair, brittle bones and wrinkles weren't bad enough, scientists say that as you age the very DNA in your trillions of cells starts to fray, unravel and disintegrate. Now there may be something you can do to slow the inevitable: exercise.1/28/2008Study: Fitness aids longevityIndianapolis Star"A little bit of exercise goes a long way," said Peter Kokkinos, lead author of the study. "Thirty minutes a day, five days a week of brisk walking is likely to reduce the risk of mortality by 50 percent, if not more."1/28/2008W. Va. targets obesity in free health screeningsPittsburgh Post-GazetteFaced with the twin problems of widespread obesity and lack of health insurance, West Virginia is taking an innovative approach to addressing both conditions early in life.1/28/2008Priming The Pump: Downtown parks can drive redevelopmentEugene WeeklyWith their trees and landscaped open spaces, urban parks improve air quality, reduce stormwater runoff, collect carbon dioxide and provide much-needed habitat. Because urban parks make urban living attractive to a broader cross-section of people, these parks have additional environmental value associated with greater residential densities and reduced driving that results when people live downtown.1/25/2008Critical things to know about your cholesterolCNN.comHow's your cholesterol? Here's a guess: If you're healthy, you probably have no idea.1/23/2008Don't just sit there, keep moving for healthIndianapolis StarYou exercise an hour a day and then sit at your job all day. Not good. Even exercising that long isn't enough to reverse the effects of sitting the rest of the day, say University of Missouri-Columbia researchers.
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