Healthy Living

A Dietitian’s Tips for Navigating Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving holiday can feel like a tightrope walk. While you don’t want to neglect your personal health goals, you also don’t want to miss out on delicious once-a-year dishes and drinks. How can you possibly do both?

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Movement is Medicine

What if there was one medication that could address a wide range of illnesses and conditions while also improving your mental health? As it turns out, there is – but you won’t find it in a prescription or over-the-counter.

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Laura’s Story: Quick Response Life-saving Care

Laura was rushed to the emergency room and, thanks to the rapid response from the medical team in the hospital’s Cardiac Catheterization Lab, returned home less than 24-hours after her lifesaving procedure was performed.

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Non-Sugar Sweeteners: Healthy or Not?

In May, the World Health Organization (WHO) released new guidelines on non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) recommending against using them to control body weight or reduce the risk of certain conditions.

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Preventing Head Injuries in Athletes

Sports are a great way to stay healthy, be a part of a team and have fun. But with any sport, there’s always a risk of injury. One of the most serious injuries that can happen during sports is a head injury.

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The Difference Between Allergies and Illness

Springtime means sunshine, warm weather and unfortunately, lots of pollen in the air. Each year, allergy season affects thousands of people and can leave many wondering – do I have allergies or am I sick?

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The Health Benefits of Enjoying Local Nature

A quick walk outdoors or a few moments spent sitting in the sun can be a shortcut to feeling better quickly. In fact, time spent outside is so beneficial to our overall health that doctors are starting to give patients “nature prescriptions”, a specific amount of time the doctor instructs a patient to spend enjoying the outdoors. 

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What You Need to Know About Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Sleep plays a crucial role in our overall health and quality of life, which is why it’s critical to catch and address any conditions that disrupt our sleep. One of the most common sleep disturbances is a potentially serious sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea or OSA.

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