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C. difficile spores. Getting a “fecal transplant” sounds like a pretty icky proposition. But according to data presented at a meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology, the procedure seems to work very well to treat recurrent bouts... 

Indoor cycling studios are taking the fitness scene by storm - popping up in private studios and gyms all over the country as people can’t get enough of spinning’s intense cardio workout. If you are new to spinning, there are a few basics... 

If you’re feeling tired, down, or otherwise out of sorts, exercise can do wonders to help you feel better. That’s because exercising releases endorphins, chemicals that tap into your brain’s feel-good center. It’s no wonder, then,... 

Spice up your jack-o’-lantern time with chili-lime pumpkin seeds – Fitnessista Celebrate fright night with calorie-free Halloween traditions – Health Tricks for improving your willpower over treats – Daily Spark Minute-by-minute... 

A U.S. soldier observes an Afghan man digging a hole to be used as a garbage dump at the Sabloghay Camp in Zari district of Kandahar province. Did burn pits used by the military to dispose of waste including computer parts and plastic water bottles cause... 

I’m all about eating foods made with natural ingredients, but sometimes even “all-natural” foods contain unfamiliar ingredients on their nutrition labels. You could just assume they’re OK to eat, or continue reading to find out... 

In a recent study to be published in the journal of the Endocrine’s Society, Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism (JCEM), it has been reported that higher levels of testosterone among men were associated with decreased loss of lean muscle... 

During the World Stroke Day yesterday, the World Stroke Organization (WSO) has declared their solidarity with patients, stroke survivors and their loved ones. WSO President Bo Norrving warned that, “”The global burden of stroke has reached epidemic... 

As the world’s population reaches 7 billion barely 24 hours from now (October 31, 2011), many non-governmental organizations (NGO) and other advocacy groups for sexual and reproductive health like the IPPF (International Planned Parenthood Federation)... 

Many elder American citizens who are insured by the State’s Medicare Insurance Program have been given a heads up that they will see a smaller-than-expected rise for their monthly premiums starting next year, according to health officials last Thursday....