9 things not to do if you’re trying to get pregnant
Almost every woman has at one point in time asked themselves “do I want to have children?” While the answer is not always yes, for …
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One woman’s journey to lose over 100 pounds
At the age of 56 and weighing in at 283 pounds, Hope Brown had a number of health problems that were affecting her quality of …
What's it like to work with Olympic swimmers like Michael Phelps?
Dr. Brian Cunningham, a physical therapist with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Ill,. is part of the elite medical team that cares for …
Do you know your calcium score?
Anyone who has been told they have risk factors for heart disease might want to consider learning their calcium score. So what does that mean exactly? A calcium score reflects whether people have calcium …
Leafy green vegetables fuel good digestive health
Eating leafy green vegetables may be key to good digestive health. Researchers in Australia and the United Kingdom say vegetables like spinach, kale, lettuce and …
Physical therapist takes his skills to new level: The Olympics
Since 1896, the United States has totaled more than 200 gold medals in men’s and women’s swimming. With the hard work, determination and passion of …
Eating certain foods may prevent muscle loss in aging
Recent research suggests eating green tomatoes and apples may be key in avoiding muscle atrophy as people age. University of Iowa scientists discovered the first example of a …
Why you can’t keep off the weight
Anyone who has ever lost weight knows that lost pounds often return. No matter how hard you try, they seem to find a way to …
The real reason men don’t like going to the doctor
It’s a well-known fact that women, in general, outlive men. Many experts have offered reasons why: men take more risks than women and perform more …