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Can These Foods Help Prevent Stroke?

Tags: alcohol, American Heart Association AHA, brain health, cholesterol, fruits and vegetables, healthy diet, salt, stroke

We hear often about the value of a heart-healthy diet that’s rich in fruits, veggies and whole grains, and low in cholesterol, saturated fats and sodium. But what’s good for your heart is good for your brain, too.

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What’s in Your Drink? (Slideshow)

Tags: alcohol, coffee, energy drinks, hydration, myths, soda

From energy drinks to mixed drinks, get the facts about your favorite beverages.

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Did You Have Too Much to Drink?

Tags: alcohol, drinking

It's New Year's Eve. Like most people, you probably have plans to go out on one of the biggest drinking nights of the year. Have you thought about a designated driver if you plan on celebrating by consuming a few alcoholic beverages?

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Help for Hangovers

Tags: alcohol, hangovers

Sports drink? Check. Fruit? Check. Gingerbread house? Of course. How to survive the morning after.

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Energy Drinks and Alcohol: A Bad Combination

Tags: alcohol, alcohol abuse, drinking

Mixing alcohol with energy drinks seems like a good way to keep your New Year’s Eve going. But the caffeine in energy drinks may lead you to drink more than your limit — without you knowing it.

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Busting 6 Drinking Myths

Tags: addiction, alcohol, Be Well e-News, drinking, myths

The holiday seasons mean parties, and parties mean drinking — as in “drinking in the New Year.” But when it comes to alcohol, the line between myth and fact can be blurry.

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Manage Your Diabetes Over the Holidays: 6 Tips

Tags: alcohol, blood sugar, diabetes, diabetes awareness month 2012, holiday season 2012, sugar, Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes

If you have diabetes, the holidays present special challenges to keep you, and your blood sugar, on an even keel. An expert offers tips to manage your condition while fully enjoying the season.

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Women: Tips for Handling Holiday Stress

Tags: alcohol, Be Well e-News, depression, holiday season 2012, menopause, mood, stress

Will you be “dashing through the snow” this holiday season? If you’re a woman, your answer is likely yes. But watch out — women are more vulnerable to stress than men. Get stress-busting strategies from our women’s health expert.

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The Holidays and Healthy Alcohol Consumption

Tags: alcohol, Dr. A. Marc Gillinov, Dr. Steven Nissen, heart 411, heart health, holiday season 2012, research

The benefits of moderate alcohol consumption vary based on a person’s age and medical history. Find out how much is too much.

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Drinking: Are You Overdoing It?

Tags: alcohol, alcohol abuse, alcoholism, drinking, holiday season 2012

Ever think you may not be “drinking in moderation” at happy hour — or wonder whether that red wine you enjoy is becoming bad for your liver rather than good for your heart? Learn red flags and smart drinking tips from our experts.