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You can continue drinking full-fat milk without fear of it harming your health. According to a new study, full-fat dairy -- including milk, cheese, yogurt, ice cream and butter -- doesn't contribute to heart disease or stroke. This, of course, goes against previous findings, which suggest that full-fat dairy increases blood cholesterol levels and, subsequently, contributes the aforementioned ailments.For the study, researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center analyzed health ma …

Statistics show that roughly 220 million drivers experience a flat tire in the United States each year. What's even more alarming, however, is that one in five drivers don't know how to change a flat tire. As a result, they inadvertently expose themselves to injury when attempting to change their flat tire. The next time you blow a tire while driving, follow these six safety tips to get back on the road.#1) Turn on Your Hazard LightsWhen you first notice your car has a flat tire, turn on your ha …

Do you suffer from work-related fatigue? Whether you work outside or in the office, you may experience fatigue when clocking long hours. It's a natural phenomenon that occurs when you exhaust your body's energy, either physically or psychologically. And while there's no way to completely avoid fatigue, there are ways to increase your energy levels so that it doesn't hinder your work performance.Get 8 Hours of SleepTry to get at least eight hours of sleep at night. Statistics show that nearly one …

Fiber is an essential nutrient that our bodies need to stay healthy and fend off chronic disease. Unfortunately, it's also something that most people don't get enough of in their regular diet. Statistics show that only about three in 100 Americans consume an adequate amount of fiber in their diet. While fiber deficiency can lead to digestive problems like constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), there's new evidence suggesting that it can take a toll on your heart as well.Research Links …

Does your job require you to work in a office? If so, you should take some basic precautions to protect yourself from illness. Statistics show that the average adult will catch two to four colds in a typical year. Because of the enclosed, confined nature of offices, workers here are highly susceptible to the cold, flu and other infectious illnesses. You can lower your risk of infection, however, by following some simple steps.#1) Hand Sanitizer Place several bottles of hand sanitizer throughout …