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Moderate drinking lowers risk of dementia, studies say

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By Tom Meade    Email

Moderate social drinking significantly reduces the risk of dementia and cognitive impairment, according to an analysis of 143 studies by Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine researchers. Researchers reviewed studies dating to 1977 that included more than 365,000 participants.......

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Processed red meat elevates diabetes risk

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Another reason to avoid red meat, hot dogs and bacon: A new study by Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers finds a strong association between the consumption of red meat--particularly when the meat is processed--and an increased risk of......

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Electric assist bikes add new dimension to cycling

1:01 AM Mon, Aug 29, 2011 | | Write a comment
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While working on an upcoming story about BikeNewport, we had the pleasure of meeting Newport School Committee member Becky Bolan, an avid bicyclist who is helping to launch some progressive community bicycling programs at Rogers High School. Betty and......

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Get rid of an old bike, do a good deed, get a big discount

1:01 AM Fri, Aug 26, 2011 | | Write a comment
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Got a bike you no longer use? REI in Cranston will be partnering with Recycle-A-Bike Providence to take in old, used bikes and give them a new life. Recycle-A-Bike is Providence's community supported bicycle resource, located in Onlyville square.......

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Kids can learn to grow and cook healthy food

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Families with kids of all ages are invited to a free cooking and gardening workshop taught by Kids First RI and Southside Community Land Trust. Rain or shine, the workshop will be on Saturday, Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to......

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Beware: Herbal supplements may interact with your medicine

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Before you start taking herbal supplements, consult your doctor about the supplements' interactions with prescription drugs you're taking, the editors of Johns Hopkins Health Alert warn in Wednesday's edition of the e-newsletter. Here's what they say: "Many people assume that......

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Build two bikes, and keep one in Earn-A-Bike program

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Earn-A-Bike is a six-week course designed to give individuals the opportunity to earn a bicycle from Recycle-A-Bicycle (RAB) Providence. During the class, you will build two bikes keeping one for yourself and donating the other bike to RAB. The course......

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