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Prescriptions for Health – 01/14/13

Why is US healthcare ranked last among industrialized countries? Why Congress should not expand medical research Why do cancer research studies downplay chemotherapy side effects? Can drinking soft drinks lead to depression? Can H pylori protect against stroke and lung cancer? Vicki’s 20-20 tips are: Great reasons to use fresh …

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Science Daily – Soda Consumption Increases Overall Stroke Risk

Researchers from Cleveland Clinic’s Wellness Institute and Harvard University have found that greater consumption of sugar-sweetened and low-calorie sodas is associated with a higher risk of stroke. Conversely, consumption of caffeinated or decaffeinated coffee was associated with a lower risk. The study — recently published in the American Journal of Clinical …