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  • Fad Diets: Lower Weight, Higher Heart Risk?

    Fad Diets: Lower Weight, Higher Heart Risk?

    Research shows that some diet trends may increase your risk for heart problems like cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association (AHA) recently identified some of the heart-riskiest dietary patterns. These included the following:

  • Upgrade Your Approach to Kids’ Screen Time

    Upgrade Your Approach to Kids’ Screen Time

    Today, more than 50% of kids touch their first screen while still wearing diapers. A reported 95% of teens have access to smartphones. But how much screen time should children be exposed to? To help answer this question, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) created a set of guidelines, and they offer these key points to guide parents.

  • Probiotics and Prebiotics: Food for Thought

    Probiotics and Prebiotics: Food for Thought

    You don’t need special pills or powders to give good bacteria a boost. Many common foods can help these beneficial bugs.

Wellness Center

Athletic Shoes: Lace Them to Fit

Simply lacing your shoes or sneakers correctly along with choosing a shoe that fits your foot correctly, can add comfort to your stride and prevent foot injuries.

Quizzes

Asthma Awareness Quiz

Find out how much you know about asthma basics with this quiz.

Multimedia

Pseudomembranous Colitis

Pseudomembranous colitis is an inflammatory disorder of the colon associated with antibiotic use. Bacteria such as Clostridium difficile, which are usually present in the colon, can flourish when antibiotics are taken. This video explains how this disorder develops and what treatment is recommended.

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