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Bariatric surgery: A life-changing option
If you’ve struggled with weight loss, bariatric surgery may be an option to consider.
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Probiotics and prebiotics: What you need to know for a balanced gut
Confused about probiotics and prebiotics? Let’s unravel the mysteries of how prebiotic and probiotic foods promote a balanced gut and what role that plays in your overall wellness.
Remember, even researchers are just beginning to understand the complexity of digestive health: how each organ functions and what the microorganisms within them do to keep the whole digestive system in working order. Before you alter your diet and lifestyle to consume more probiotics and prebiotics, consult with your primary care physician for personal guidance on healthy eating for your gut.
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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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How can you tell if you have a UTI?
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that affects any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. UTIs are common, especially among women ... But how can you tell if you have a UTI?
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When your weight loss plateaus
As you begin your journey toward a healthier, slimmer you, BJC ACO wants you to be prepared for weight plateaus.
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Your guide to healthier summertime grilling
Grilling can be one of the healthiest ways to cook, but have you tried these tips for making your food even more flavorful?
Patient Story
‘Crazy twists' and a special bond mark patient's transplant journey
Mitch Reynolds didn’t leave Barnes-Jewish Hospital alone on Feb. 8.
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Tips for healthy eating on a budget
Feeling the pinch from high food costs at the grocery store?
While the cost of food has increased 7.4% over the past year, you can still afford to eat healthful foods, says Missouri Baptist Medical Center dietitian nutritionist Sherri Hoyt, RDN, LD. She offers some wallet-wise ways to stretch your food dollar while still banking good nutrition.
Learn how to make ‘Orange Chicken Lettuce Wraps’
‘BJC Cooks’ features January’s Superfood.
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Significant And Sustainable Weight Loss
For people battling obesity, it can be difficult to find a weight loss solution that works.