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We live in a stressed-out nation, according to the American Psychological Association (APA) survey, "Stress in America." Most Americans feel moderate to high stress, with 44% reporting increased stress levels over the last 5 years. Many Americans have experienced stress from financial problems related to the economy.

Water doesn't get the same media attention as green tea, antioxidants, and the latest fad diets. Yet it plays a much more critical part in our daily lives and our bodies. Our bodies are made up of about 60% water, and every system depends on water.

If you're like many Americans, you're probably not getting enough sleep. Constantly on the go, you may think you never have enough time to finish everything on your to-do list. But that doesn't mean you should shortchange your sleep -- or your health, for that matter.

Study: Even Slightly High Blood Pressure Is Associated With Significant Stroke Risk By Brenda GoodmanWebMD Health News Sept. 28, 2011 -- Having even slightly high blood pressure may substantially increase a person's risk of having a stroke, new research shows.

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Study Shows Men Who Don't Get Enough Deep Sleep May Have Higher Blood Pressure Aug. 29, 2011 -- Not getting enough deep sleep may raise your blood pressure. A new study shows men who got the least deep sleep were 80% more likely to develop high blood pressure than those who got the most.

Moderate consumption of alcohol can raise levels of HDL "good" cholesterol by as much as 10%. Doctors say up to one drink a day makes sense for women, up to two a day for men. But given the risks of excessive drinking, the American Heart Association cautions against increasing your alcohol intake or starting to drink if you don't already.

Lax Regulation Means Many Kids Don't Get Enough Healthy Foods or Exercise By Brenda GoodmanWebMD Health News Aug. 26, 2011 -- Experts say the fight against childhood obesity should have a new focus: day care. Studies show that about 82% of American children under age 6 are in child care outside the home while their parents work.

The key to overcoming your bad habits is, first, to develop some insight into their origins. New York Times "Social Q's" editor Philip Galanes and lifestyle coach Harriette Cole tackled the issue in a recent Today Show appearance.

DR. PIETER COHEN is scanning the shelves inside a shop in Chinatown here when something familiar - and potentially dangerous - catches his eye. "What's that yellow box, behind the other one?" Dr. Cohen asks the clerk.

Well here's a decidedly 21st century sleep issue. Apparently there's a rising phenomenon among teens: sleep texting. That's right, teens are reaching for their phones during the night, firing off messages, and waking with no recollection of their actions. We're all aware of how deeply embedded social media and technology are in our culture today.

Find out how new diabetes medications are bringing more options and convenience to diabetes care. Over the past decade, the list of type 2 diabetes medications has grown -- helping people gain better blood sugar control. But the drugs' side effects -- plus taking several pills every day -- can be frustrating.

Marriage Leads to Weight Gain for Women, Divorce Prompts Gain in Men Aug. 22, 2011 -- Marriage and divorce may trigger weight gain in men and women for very different reasons. A new study shows marriage often prompts weight gain in women, while divorce is often the time when men pile on the pounds.

Smaller Plates, Slimmer Glasses May Help You Shed Pounds Aug. 5, 2011 (Washington, D.C.) -- Ever eat a whole bag of chips when you're not even hungry? If so, count yourself among the millions who are victims of mindless eating.

Some Overweight People May Be Hardwired to Overeat Aug. 1, 2011 -- Willpower alone usually is not enough for lasting weight loss; instead, to counter obesity, some experts now recommend focusing on the ways in which the brain responds to food rather than solely on personal choice.

You need to dine on a steady supply of the brain's favorite fuel to live up to your own ideals. Say good-bye to lean cuisine. If your goal is successful dieting, you'll do better with what might be called keen cuisine.

Easy weight loss tips you can slip into your everyday life. Painless weight loss? If you're desperately trying to squeeze in workouts and avoid your favorite high-calorie treats, it can seem like there's nothing pain-free about it. Yet while eating healthier and slipping in exercise does take some work, it really doesn't have to require heroic effort.

Study Shows 15% of New York Diners Look at Calorie Counts on Menus July 26, 2011 -- A new study suggests many customers of fast-food restaurants aren't taking advantage of calorie information provide on some menus. About 15% of people who buy fast food in New York City read the calorie information required on menus, the study shows.

American Heart Association Wants Policies That Prevent Disease and Help the Economy July 25, 2011 -- Preventing heart disease may be critical to the health of the nation's economy as well as its population, according to a new statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Study Shows Antibiotics Work Best, but Experts Won't Dismiss Cranberries Just Yet By Brenda GoodmanWebMD Health News July 25, 2011 -- Women who are prone to bladder infections may get more help from daily antibiotics than cranberry capsules, a new study shows.