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BRAT Diet: Recovering From an Upset Stomach
A special diet known as the BRAT diet (Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and Toast) is an effective way to treat an… An upset stomach or diarrhea can leave you feeling miserable. If left untreated, it can lead to exhaustion and dehydration, so it’s important to…
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The Importance of Staying Active and Involved
Your lifestyle choices will determine how quickly or slowly you age. Making healthy choices and staying socially active can help… As you age, your body changes. Joints become stiffer. You begin to lose muscle and gain fat. You don’t feel as strong or as nimble…
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Nourish Your Brain
A healthy brain is just as important as a healthy body. Many of the things you do to keep your… Your cognitive health is determined by how well your brain can perform mental processes. These include remembering things, learning things, and using language. A healthy…
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Men’s Guide to Preventive Health Care
Men have different health care needs than women and may need to pay more attention to their health because of… It is up to us to take charge of our health. Focusing on your physical and mental health can prevent a lot of conditions and…
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Cholesterol | Plant Sterols and Stanols
Certain foods, such as plant sterols and stanols can help lower cholesterol… What are plant sterols and stanols? Plant sterols and stanols are substances naturally found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. How do plant sterols and stanols affect my body? Research…
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St. John's Wort: Drug-Supplement Interactions
St. John’s Wort is a plant used in teas, ointments, and dietary supplements for a list of health conditions. It… St. John’s Wort is a plant. It is used in teas, creams and ointments, and dietary supplements. These supplements come in the form of…
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Rickets
Rickets is a rare disorder that affects children’s bones, causing them to soften and break easily… What is rickets? Rickets is a rare disorder that affects the bones, causing them to soften and break easily. It is most common in children. What are the symptoms…
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Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease)
Metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease is formerly known as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. It is a a buildup of fat in… What is metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease (MASLD)? Metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease (MASLD), formerly known as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, is a buildup of fat in…
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Drug-Nutrient Interactions and Drug-Supplement Interactions
Medicines can sometimes react with nutrients in foods or dietary supplements. You should speak to your doctor about any potential… Taking medicines or supplements can have unintended consequences in our bodies. It's important to talk to your doctor about the medicines you take and…
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Weight Loss and Diet Plans
Looking for the best way to lose weight and don’t know where to start? Having trouble figuring out what all… …
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Sugar and Sugar Substitutes
Sugar can be the bane of otherwise healthy diet. We can help you understand how sugar affects the body, what… …
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Healthy Food Choices
It can be difficult to navigate your way through the maze of food choices available today. Sometimes even the food… …
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At high risk for COVID-19? Create a plan
N95, KN95) in public may reduce your chance of catching the virus. Maintain a healthy routine such as regular physical activity, eating nutritious food, getting adequate sleep, and receiving other recommended vaccines. Follow medical guidance from your family physician or health care clinician to control…
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Sick Sinus Syndrome
Sick sinus syndrome is the name for several conditions in which your heart doesn’t work the correct way. Your heart… What is sick sinus syndrome? Sick sinus syndrome is the name for several conditions in which the sinus node in your heart doesn’t work the correct way. The sinus node…
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What are Social Determinants of Health?
Our health is influenced by a series of elements including biology, access to and quality of medical care, the environment in which we live, work, and play, and individual behaviors. Other factors that can influence your health are educational level and socioeconomic status, as…
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Air Travel Health Tips
One key to air travel is to prepare ahead of time. Follow these tips to make your air travel healthier… Traveling can be a big process, especially when you’re flying. It can be hard to relax, stay healthy, and feel safe. This applies whether you’re…
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Social Determinants of Health
Genes and biology aren’t the only factors that influence our health. Our behaviors and our social and physical environments also… There are many factors that influence our health. These factors are referred to as determinants of health. One kind of determinant of health is…
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Mind/Body Connection: How Emotions Affect Physical Health
People who have good emotional health are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They cope well with stress and… How Emotions Affect Physical Health Your emotional state can have a real impact on your body. Understanding how emotions affect physical health helps explain…
