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The Truth About E-Cigarettes

We all know that smoking tobacco cigarettes is bad for your health. It can lead to throat cancer, lung cancer and respiratory infection, among other things. But what about the electronic version? The e-cigarette craze has taken off in the past few years, as an increasing number of Americans attempt to find alternatives to their […]

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The Dangers of Added Sugar

You may remember your parents telling you that eating too much candy would result in rotting teeth. As it turns out, cavities and other teeth problems are just a small aspect of the true dangers of a high sugar diet. In fact, consuming even moderate amounts of refined sugar and sugar-laden products can result in […]

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Cook Your Way to a Healthy Family with These Two Ingredients

When it comes to cooking at home, you’re probably familiar with the basic standards of what’s healthy and what’s not. Cooking with lots of sugar, butter and white flour is not ideal, while fruits, vegetables and whole grains are healthier options. But there’s more to it than that– some of the foods you probably have […]

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6 Amazing Reasons to Eat More Pumpkin This Fall

The quintessential fall months of October and November are upon us and you know what that means- changing leaves, cooler weather and pumpkins galore! There will be pumpkin lattes, pumpkin pies, pumpkin ravioli and more. There’s no question that pumpkin season is very tasty, but what does it mean for your health? According to Food […]

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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Know the Facts

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women, aside from skin cancer. According to HealthFinder.gov, 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will get breast cancer at some point in her life. The good news is that with early detection and treatment, most women can survive breast cancer. October is a month […]

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August is Immunization Awareness Month — Stop Disease & Illness in Its Tracks!

Maybe it’s still hot outside, but the truth is that summer is beginning to wind down and it’s time to start thinking about a new school year. Notebooks, backpacks, pencils and clothing are all important, but what’s even more important is your child’s health. There are many things you can do to prepare for a […]

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