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Stumping Hazardous to Health

Stress of political races can cause overeating, premature aging

By Ambreen Ali, Newser User

Posted Feb 28, 2008 10:36 AM CST

(Newser) – Even the presidential candidates who miss out on the White House will feel the effects of their campaigns for years to come. The mad dash to the Oval Office—speeches all day, deadline pressures, cross-country tours—puts tremendous stress on the body. Forbes takes on... Read full story »

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