Heart
problems may not be just a middle-age concern for the next generation
of adults. A CDC report says half of today’s overweight teens have
unhealthy blood pressure, cholesterol or blood sugar levels that will
put them at risk for heart attacks. The health study found that
one-in-five teenagers already have symptoms of diabetes or pre-diabetes.
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Forget about horsepower -- the numbers that make all the difference for car buyers these days are spelled “m-p-g.” A new Consumer Reports survey says fuel economy is the number-one consideration for car shoppers. And three out of four drivers would consider buying an alternate-fuel vehicle such as a hybrid gas-electric car. Source Link
With the summer sun now upon us, it’s a good idea for everyone in the family to keep those shades handy. A new report says three out of four adults wear sunglasses regularly, but only about half of them have their children wear sunglasses too. Experts say it’s never too early to put sunglasses on kids because it’s the cumulative effects of UV rays that can damage eyes over time. Source Link
