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May • 14 • 2015

"Clean Eating" and Other Popular Health Phrases Explained

If you are looking for information about different types or theories of eating, you will often hear buzz words. 

It seems that a new "diet" is being introduced all the time. Emily Wolfe, a registered...

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May • 7 • 2015

Understanding the Paleo Diet: Is It For You?

You have probably heard of the hugely popular Paleo diet. Maybe you've heard it called the caveman diet or the primal diet. The premise is that modern diets rely too much on processed foods. If we...

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May • 5 • 2015

The Benefits and Safety of Pregnancy Yoga

If you are pregnant and looking for ways to stay fit, you might be interested in prenatal yoga. Not only is prenatal yoga a great exercise to take up, but it is also a fantastic way to prepare your...

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Apr • 28 • 2015

A Review of the Top Smart Phone Apps for Expectant Mothers

Pregnant? There's an app for that. Not sure what to expect when you're expecting? Your smartphone can help. Pregnancy-related apps are a booming market. According to research done by ByteMobile...

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Apr • 21 • 2015

The Basics of Building a Tasty Nutritious Smoothie

Smoothies are are great way to get a quick dose of vitamins and minerals. They are a great choice for a healthy breakfast, snack, or post-workout boost because they are so quick, easy, and nutritious.

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Apr • 16 • 2015

Healthy Recipes Using Farmers Market Finds

The farmers market is a great place to find the freshest sweet corn, the reddest, ripest tomatoes and the most fragrant, flavorful strawberries. Taste heirloom vegetables and fruits and sample...

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Apr • 14 • 2015

Bone Density Testing: Why It's Important for Women's Health

Johnson Memorial offers bone density testing to detect the risk of osteoporosis. Women are at risk of developing osteoporosis.

People used to think that osteoporosis was an inevitable part of aging....

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Apr • 9 • 2015

10 Best Pregnancy Exercises and Activities

Exercise is important. It's especially important when you are expecting. Exercise can boost moods, improve sleep, prevent extra weight gain and reduce aches and pains that can come along with...

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Apr • 7 • 2015

How to Prepare for a CAT Scan

If your doctor has ordered a CAT scan for you, you likely have many questions about the procedure. What is a CAT Scan and what should I expect? What will it feel like? How do I prepare for the test?

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Apr • 2 • 2015

What Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Do?

A speech-language pathologist (SLP) is a highly trained professional who specializes in evaluating and treating adults and children who have difficulty with speech and/or language.

Often people...

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Mar • 31 • 2015

How Heart Healthy Is Your Diet? [Quiz]

It's the last day for National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is “Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle.” If you've been following the blog, you'll know we've been focusing on heart healthy diets this...

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Mar • 26 • 2015

The Healing Power of Music and the Role of the Music Practitioner

Music is powerful and often has an emotional effect on people. Hospitals and most health care settings are loud and busy. Music Practitioners offer some quiet and calm in the sea of doctors and...

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