Antibiotics fail to prevent heart disease in two major studies
Two large trials in the New England Journal of Medicine report that regular antibiotic use does not lower future heart attack or artery disease risk. The germ Chlamydia pneumoniae may be linked to initial triggers but treatment after disease onset shows no benefit.
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Radical dieting linked to higher obesity risk in teens
A four year Dallas area study of 496 girls aged 11 to 15 finds that harsh weight control methods including vomiting and skipping meals predict greater obesity risk. High fat intake or binge eating did not clearly predict future obesity, while parental obesity also ties to higher risk.
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Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
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Center For Health Research and Rural Advocacy
Geisinger Health Systems
Danville
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