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Gut check: Are prebiotic and probiotic sodas better for you than regular pop?
If you’ve recently noticed prebiotic and probiotic sodas popping up on the shelves of your local grocery store, you’re not alone. TikTok has made these drinks — which claim to improve your gut microbiome, lower cholesterol, aid in weight loss, moderate blood sugar and enhance skin complexion — the newest “it” product to try.
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Ross Procedure
Growing up, Christopher Bryant couldn’t compete in sports or run due to a heart murmur.
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Your questions about cardiovascular and heart disease, answered
What is the difference between cardiovascular disease and heart disease?
These two terms are often used interchangeably, but there is a difference. Cardiovascular disease is an umbrella term that encompasses several heart conditions, including heart disease, coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure and peripheral artery disease.
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Can a pet keep you healthy? Here’s how to unleash the health benefits of pet ownership.
Pet parents already know it: Our fur- and feather-babies are pretty amazing. Dogs and cats, guinea pigs, birds and more bring joy, laughter and unconditional love to our lives. But can a pet keep you healthy?
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How to Talk to Your Primary Care Doctor About Your Weight
If you’re concerned about your weight and want to make some changes, your primary care doctor can be a valuable partner in creating a weight-loss plan.
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Is it heartburn, or something more?
BJC ACO wants you to know that if you are taking antacids regularly, you could be suffering from more than just heartburn.
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It’s time to talk about cramps, pain and gas
Irritable bowel syndrome isn’t something people talk about a lot.
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Fish and plant-based meals provide tasty and healthy alternatives to meat
Looking for ways to rev up your dinner routine and live a little healthier? Often, New Year’s resolutions fail because people take an all-or-nothing approach to getting healthy.
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Take Control of Your Heart Disease Risk
How go the New Year’s resolutions? Unfortunately, most people who make a New Year’s resolution fail to keep it. Vague goals of “getting healthy” typically go by the wayside before the end of January. Instead, stick with specific targets that are realistic and achievable.
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Fine-Tuning Your New Year's Resolutions
Did you make a resolution for 2023? Are you off to a good start or are you barely keeping up with it? Maybe your goal needs a review.