Well: Advice From a Vegan Cardiologist

Dr. Kim A. Williams, the president-elect of the American College of Cardiology, saw his cholesterol numbers plummet after adopting a vegan diet, and he advises many of his patients to go vegan.

















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Well: Women Pace Marathons Better Than Men Do

During marathons, women pace themselves more evenly than male competitors do, according to a study of thousands of racers that provides unexpected insights into how both genders might improve their race times by noting how the other one runs.

















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Recipes for Health: Millet and Red Pepper Polenta

Leftovers of this savory polenta – if you have any – can be reheated in a pan, grilled or eaten cold. There are two ways to make this dish.

















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Recipes for Health: Grilled Pepper Omelet

Roasted peppers, chopped herbs and a little bit of Parmesan make for a quick omelet in the spirit of a pipérade.

















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Recipes for Health: Grilled Peppers with Garlic Yogurt

This dish is very much in the Turkish spirit of mixing warm vegetables with cool, garlicky yogurt. Various types of peppers will work.

















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Recipes for Health: Mini Bell Peppers Stuffed with Goat Cheese

This side dish is a way to take advantage of the mini sweet peppers that are showing up by the bag in supermarkets. They should be roasted briefly and not peeled.

















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Well: Why We Should Know the Price of Medical Tests

Patients who were offered to have M.R.I. scans done at alternative locations for a lower price often opted to go there, saving money and driving down health care costs, a new study shows.

















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