EXTExercise May Boost ‘Good’ Cholesterol Levels (HealthDay)Regular exercise seems to help boost levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), the “good” cholesterol, say Japanese researchers.

Study to Assess Weight Loss Surgery for Teens (HealthDay)U.S. researchers are launching an observational study to evaluate the risks and benefits of bariatric weight-loss surgery in teens.

Health Tip: Swim, Swim, Swim (HealthDay)Exercise should be part of everyone’s healthy lifestyle, but some people may have difficulty with high-impact exercise like running.

Health Tip: Sick After Swimming (HealthDay)Recreational water illness (RWI) is contracted by breathing, swallowing or having contact with water that has been contaminated with germs. The most common RWIs may cause diarrhea, skin, eye, ear and gastrointestinal illnesses.

Exercise May Boost ‘Good’ Cholesterol Levels (HealthDay)Regular exercise seems to help boost levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), the “good” cholesterol, say Japanese researchers.

Salty Diet May Raise Ulcer Risk (HealthDay)A high-salt diet may increase the risk of developing gastric and duodenal ulcers, a U.S. study finds.

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