Stride 10 000-step pedometer program gains fitness traction
Doctors advocate a 10 000 step daily goal using pedometers to boost activity. The concept, rooted in Japan, is supported by researchers including Tudor Locke and Bassett Jr. The plan suits most adults though limits apply for older adults and those with chronic diseases. Karen Tinlin of Anaheim credits the program with sustained exercise in weight loss efforts.
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Orange County Register
Archives of Internal Medicine
Catrine Tudor- Locke
Arizona State University
Tempe
Japan
Tudor-Locke
Trafford Publishing
David Bassett Jr
University of Tennessee
Knoxville
Karen Tinlin
Anaheim
Calif
Tinlin
Orange County
Tops Club Inc
Exercise challenge reframes goal of daily steps
The piece notes 10 000 steps isn't fixed and emphasizes exercise intensity. It cites Guy Le Masurier of Arizona State University who argues quality matters, citing the Surgeon General and the Health and Fitness Journal. Brisk walking qualifies as moderate exercise regardless of step count.
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Guy le Masurier
Cise
Arizona State
Surgeon General
le Masurier
American College of Sports Medicine Health & Fitness Journal
Kidneys and Blood Pressure How Renin Affects Hypertension
A reader asks about high blood pressure and possible kidney artery narrowing. The doctor explains renovascular hypertension caused by narrowed renal arteries triggers excess renin, raising blood pressure and complicating treatment. narrowing can be treated by angioplasty or surgery, with imaging tests confirming the diagnosis.
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Paul Donohue
Arth America Syndicate Ear
Donohue
W.K
Thoughtful symbol for absent loved ones at weddings
A reader shares a comforting idea for missing family at events. Hold an object symbolizing the absent person in all photos, such as an American flag for a son overseas. The note also recalls a child pasting labels from stamps for artwork, and a reader requests dial by numbers alongside letters.
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Roxanne McNally
Neligh
Ned
Heloise
Ion theory dismissed by scientists in health device critique
Scientists debunk ion based health claims from retailers pushing negative ion air purifiers and bracelets. Chemist Scott Goode notes ion production creates opposing ions and questions efficacy, while skeptics cite lack of evidence and potential safety concerns.
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Knight Ridder
Scott Goode
University of South Carolina
Goode
Gray.com
Pennsylvania
Stephen Barrett
Quackwatch.org
Barrett
The
National Council Against Health Fraud
Man of wife's dreams outgrows her fantasy
Dear weighted down Abby answers a reader who notes her husband has gained weight and missing butterflies. Advice emphasizes medical checkup, lifestyle changes, shared activity, and ongoing support while valuing his good qualities.
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Abby
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