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Help Prevent Kidney Stones with a Low-Oxalate Diet

January 13, 2016

Prevent kidney stones by following this diet plan to help you eat foods low in oxalate and avoid foods high in oxalate. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology

Tagged with: diet, kidney stones, low-oxalate, nutrition

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What Is the Low FODMAP Diet?

December 3, 2015

For people suffering from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), the following a low FODMAP diet may help relieve some of their symptoms. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: diet, food, irritable bowel syndrome

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A Beginner’s Guide to Portion Control

November 27, 2015

It's nearly impossibly to out-exercise a poor diet, so portion control is essential to weight loss. We break down your typical plate. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: diet, nutrition, portion control, portion sizes, serving sizes

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31 Days of Healthy Tips

December 31, 2014

Discover 31 tips to get help you get back on track to a healthy lifestyle, including small changes you can make to your daily routine to improve your health Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: backpack safety, diet, exercise, health tips, healthy, New Year's resolutions, posture, quit smoking, safety, sleep, stress, sugar, vitamins, water

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New Year Resolutions to Prevent Cancer

December 28, 2014

Looking for a resolution for 2015? A popular one is to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Here are five resolutions that can help prevent cancer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: annual exam, breast cancer, cancer prevention, cervical cancer, colorectal cancer, diet, exercise, fitness, lung cancer, mammogram, New Year's Day, pap smear, quit smoking

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Infographic: Calories of Common Alcoholic Drinks

October 13, 2014

Discover the calories in your favorite drinks so you can make wiser drink choices during the upcoming holiday season and into the new year. Learn More

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: alcohol, beer, calories, Christmas, cocktails, diet, drinks, holidays, infographic, liquor, wine

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Benefits of Honey

October 2, 2014

It's been called "nectar of the Gods," but what benefit does honey really offer? Discover all the reasons we love to drizzle honey on our favorite foods. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: antioxidants, athlete, benefits, diet, healthy food, honey, natural sweetener, nectar, vitamin B

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How Stress Affects Your Brain

September 19, 2014

Stress can take a toll on your brain, affecting your daily life. Learn about the effects chronic stress can have on your brain and ways to prevent them. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: brain, brain cells, chronic stress, de-stress, depression, diet, hippocampus, sleep, sleep apnea, sleep disorders, stress

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FAQ with Breastfeeding and Lactation Experts

August 19, 2014

Breastfeeding can be intimidating for new mothers, so how do you learn the tricks? Four lactation experts weigh in. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

Tagged with: alcohol, baby, breast, breastfeeding, caffeine, diet, Lactation, mother, nipples, pumping, sushi, weight loss