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A Girl's Guide to Food
You are what you eat, and for many women this presents a huge challenge. Read this article to learn how to make your diet work for you.
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Low-Calorie Diets Control Arthritis
Stay active and maintain a healthy diet so you can stay mobile when you are older. Read about how there is a direct correlation between obesity and arthritis.
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Arthritis May Lead to Obesity
Did you know that there is a direct correlation between obesity and arthritis?
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Stressed? Don't Reach for Junk Food - Eat a Purple Potato
Did you know that eating purple potatoes can reduce stress, blood pressure, and weight gain? Who knew?
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Ten Potential “Heartbreakers”
Some things in life are simply out of your control, but maintaining a healthy heart is possible if you avoid certain risk factors. Learn how to protect your heart.
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Healthy Teeth for a Healthy Life
Did you know that your smile is an indicator of good health? Learn how to protect your smile.
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Reduce Your Risk of Stroke
We've been told that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but now studies show that white-fleshed fruits, such as apples and pears, can also dramatically decrease your risk of stroke.
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Signs of Depression
At some point in your life, you may feel sad, trapped, or discouraged. You may ask yourself a question like, "am I depressed?" Learn what depression really is and how it can affect our lives.
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Are All Medications Safe During Pregnancy?
For the first time in our lives, the decision of what we put into our bodies seems so much more important, when pregnant. Learn what medications you should avoid during your pregnancy to keep your baby safe.
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Are Allergy Shots Effective?
Coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes — can an allergy shot solve these problems?
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Am I at Risk for Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis affects millions of people every year. Learn about the risk factors for osteoporosis and ways that you can avoid triggers that may result in this painful and debilitating condition.
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Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder, triggered by gluten containing cereals that have wheat, rye, and barley. Yet, it is not an allergic reaction to wheat. Even though it mostly affects females, celiac disease is not gender specific. Celiac disease is not something you can contract; you must be genetically predisposed to activate the disease. Find out what causes celiac disease.
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Autism and Its Additional Complications
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a medical diagnosis that can result in other life complications. Understand the complications of ASD.
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Are You at Risk for Developing Gestational Diabetes?
Gestational diabetes happens when pregnant women develop high blood glucose levels during pregnancy. Learn more about the risk factors of this condition, and how it could affect your baby.
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Track Your Baby's Development Week by Week in the Second Trimester
Growth and development happen quickly during the second trimester. Your baby continues to change and develop almost daily. Follow their development week by week.
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What to Expect During the Second Trimester of Pregnancy
So you have made it through the first trimester, which for many women can be the most difficult. So what can you expect now in your second trimester as you baby develops? Learn more on how to look forward to the changes taking place in your body as you prepare for birth.
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Does Smoking Cause Acid Reflux?
Cigarette smoking is widely practiced all over the world. Acid reflux is a common gastrointestinal disease that leads to pain, discomfort and deterioration of health. Researchers are now studying if cigarette smoking promotes the development of acid reflux disease.
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Choosing the Right Education for Your Autistic Child
Children with ASD need help and support when it comes to their education. Because every child is different, some will need highly-specialized education, while others will follow a more mainstream path. Which choice is right for your child?
