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You’ve likely come across the word “superfoods.” But what does it really mean and how do these foods affect your health? Superfoods contain high levels of nutrients and can help fight disease, prolong…

These days, being a regular mom isn’t enough. Today’s moms are expected to be supermoms who can do it all. They’re expected to be the perfect mom, wife, daughter, friend and employee, and juggle…

Let’s consider three statistics on how social media impacts how people view their appearance and how body image can affect daily activities: Using social media for 30 minutes a day can change the way…

For many, drinking alcohol is a central part of socializing. We gather with co-workers over happy hour, have a beer while cheering for our favorite teams and relax at brunch with a Bloody Mary or…

One in five adults experiences a diagnosable mental health condition. Sadly, more than half of these people don’t receive treatment. One of the key factors in getting help is support from loved ones –…

Foot problems are common and a majority of men and women will experience an issue at some point during their lives. Here are some of the most common symptoms podiatrists see and what health conditions…

About one in 10 adults will experience plantar fasciitis during their lifetime. Learn more about this common foot condition and find out what symptoms to watch for, how it’s diagnosed and treatment…

Today, there are countless footwear options. However, many of them are high on style and low on function. In the long-term, picking a pair that looks good, but doesn’t fit great, can do more harm than…

When most people think of narrowed or blocked blood vessels, they think about it in terms of how it might affect the heart. But reduced or blocked blood flow can also affect other areas of your body…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, coronary artery disease is the most common type of heart disease and affects more than 18 million adults in the United States. Coronary…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States with one person dying every 36 seconds from the condition. Fortunately…

When Ariana Ikis, 17, first felt a twinge of shoulder pain while playing softball, she brushed it off. But eventually her pain progressed from a minor inconvenience to major discomfort. “I ended up…