HEADACHE

From minor tension headaches to severe migraines, the articles in this section explain what's behind your headache and how it can be effectively -- and safely -- treated.

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Can you imagine a headache that lasts for days, months or even years? Millions of migraine sufferers can. It's a condition that affects many people -- so why are migraines still greatly underdiagnosed?

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  • Lack of sleep can lead to irregular heart function. Aim to get seven to nine hours!
  • Get up from your desk. People who sit hunched over their computer for most of the day are 54 percent more likely to die of heart attacks.
  • Wash dinner down with wine – but just one glass! Scientists have found that moderate amounts of red and white wines can be helpful in preventing heart disease.
  • Birth control (aka oral contraceptives) may increase blood pressure and women’s risk for heart disease. Ask your gynecologist about potential side effects before taking a contraceptive.
  • Fish: It's what's for dinner. Seafood rich in omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, mackerel, herring, sardines and tuna) reduces inflammation and prevents high cholesterol and blood pressure.

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