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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Heart-Healthy Foods?

August 16, 2019

Ready to learn about heart healthy foods? Take the quiz to see what you know and to get tips for heart healthy eating from the experts at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute. Start Quiz

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
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Trendy Celery Juice: Does It Live Up to the Hype?

August 14, 2019

Celery juice is the juice extracted from stalks of fresh celery, and it’s the latest veggie to hit the juicing trend. Find out if it's worth it from the experts at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Artículo - 5 Minute Read

An Overview of Healthy Cooking Oils and How to Use Them

August 12, 2019

Find out which healthy cooking oils you should be stocking in your pantry, plus discover the worst cooking oils for your health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: AskADietitian@upmc.edu, Avocado oil, best cooking oils, coconut oil, Cooking oils, FDA, healthy cooking oils, Heart Health, Mediterranean diet, Nutrition, oil, olive oil, stroke, United States
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School Is in, Sleeping Late Is out: What to Do?

August 9, 2019

As kids head back to school, learn how can you get your children to readjust to sleeping early on school nights. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health, summer
Artículo - 5 Minute Read

Persistent Back Pain? Here’s What You Need to Know

August 7, 2019

Back pain is very common, but persistent back pain doesn't have to be your reality. Here's what you need to know and do to help relieve your pain. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
Tagged with: back injury, back pain, back pain remedies, chronic back pain, herniated disc, living with back pain
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

How to Deal with Hot Flashes: Tips for Coping

August 6, 2019

During menopause and perimenopause, many women experience hot flashes. Here are tips on how to deal with hot flashes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sleep Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: hot flashes, menopause, perimenopause
Artículo - 5 Minute Read

Talking Tragedy Around the Family Table

August 2, 2019

In the wake of the recent natural disasters and tragedies, it is important to know how to communicate with your kids. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
Artículo - 11 Minute Read

Should I or Shouldn’t I Exercise at Night?

August 2, 2019

The benefits of working out at night outnumber the cons. Learn more about when you should exercise and how the time of day could affect your overall health! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

How to Be Your Own Health Advocate

July 31, 2019

Being your own health advocate requires confidence, intentionality, and support. Here are five tips for feeling more confident when you visit the doctor. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: advocate, confidence, doctor's office, empowerment, Health, health care, healthcare, how to advocate, psychology, questions, Wellness