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While it’s often easier to talk about sports, current events or work, discussing your personal wellness could make a profound difference when it comes to your longevity and quality of life. Most men, however, are reluctant to talk about their health with anyone, let alone a medical professional. In fact, 60 percent of men don’t go to the doctor, according to a Cleveland Clinic study.

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Some of the best memories I have as a student athlete are team dinners the night before big basketball games or track meets. As a former sprinter, I would relish the opportunity to load up on spaghetti and breadsticks. Loading up on the right amount of carbs and protein can give athletes an advantage on the field.

Fast forward to my life now as a dietitian with a passion for working with current student athletes, and I realize the silliness of my carb loading, especially given the fact I sprinted for maybe 90 seconds at the average meet. 

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You can't escape it! Every day we are bombarded with the "latest and greatest" diet trends, each claiming to provide amazing, and more often, unrealistic results. With 71% of Americans overweight or obese it's no wonder that the "weighty" business of weight loss has swelled to a $66.3 billion industry. But with all this money being thrown towards the diet du jour, why aren't people losing weight?! It turns out, many are, but not from a one-size-fits-all approach.

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It’s time to get back in the groove and hustle that comes with the start of a new school year.

Between homework, extra-curricular activities and earlier bedtime routines, packing lunches can become a chore, but here are a few quick, easy and healthy ideas for lunches that even the pickiest eaters will love.

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It's summer in Michigan! I am a Michigan native so I might be biased, but is there anything better? (Answer:  No.) So don’t let the warm temperatures lure you into sedentary habits like baking on the beach or lounging at the pool. There are plenty of ways to get active outside and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of a Michigan summer.

Here are my Top 5 Holland-area Summertime Activities:

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Holland Hospital's new website makes it easier to find content that's most important to you. The website is built for the future: a mobile-responsive user experience that loads faster and looks great on all devices – smartphones, tablets and computers. The website was completely rebuilt with you in mind with concise, informative, engaging content, plus fewer clicks to find a doctor or to discover videos on topics that impact your health and wellness. Here are some highlights:

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Sweet, glorious spring! It’s that time of year again when the snow is finally gone and everything comes alive once more. You may not get as jazzed for fresh produce as I do, I am a dietitian after all, but I am looking forward to all the spring produce Michigan has to offer – produce like radishes, spring greens, asparagus, strawberries, rhubarb and fresh herbs. What’s more, beginning May 17th, you can find many of these seasonal produce items, and more, at our local Holland Farmers Market from 8 am to 3 pm every Wednesday and Saturday!

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Also referred to as ‘the super bug,’ MRSA stands for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. It is a type of bacteria that is more difficult to treat than other bacterial infections because of its resistance to many typically used antibiotics. Read on to learn the: what, who, where, why and how of MRSA and be informed to stay protected 

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