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Recipe: Daylight Saving Smoothie

March 11, 2016

Enjoy this "Daylight Saving" Smoothie for an extra boost of energy when we lose an hour of sleep! View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: daylight saving time, energy boost, healthy recipes, recipe, smoothie, smoothie recipe, Smoothie Recipes
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What Makes My Nose Run?

March 5, 2016

With the cold weather sticking around, it feels like we've all got a runny nose most of the time now. Find out why your nose runs and find first aid tips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: boogers. runny nose, cold, sinuses, sniffles, snot
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What Makes Your Nose Bleed?

March 4, 2016

Nose bleeds (epistaxis) may be alarming, but they're also quite common. Learn about the common causes of nose bleeds. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: allergies, bleeding, blood thinners, cold, epistaxis, first aid, high blood pressure, nose bleed, sinus infection
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Understanding Indigestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

March 1, 2016

Indigestion can have multiple causes, from your lifestyle to chronic conditions. Learn more about indigestion and discover treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: bloating, home remedies, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome, pain
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Medical Mondays: Pediatric Colorectal Disorders

February 22, 2016

Learn more about pediatric colorectal disorders in this edition of Medical Monday. Learn More

Categorized as: Pediatrics
Tagged with: colorectal disorders, medical mondays, pediatric
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Marathon Nutrition: Fueling for Training and Race Day

February 21, 2016

Marathon nutrition is as important as lacing up your shoes. Learn how to fuel your body with the right foods to keep you going through training and races. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: marathon nutrition, Nutrition, nutrition for runners, race day nutrition, running fuel
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Low-Fiber Diet: Foods to Choose and Avoid

February 20, 2016

If you have digestion trouble, a low-fiber diet might help. Find food to choose and avoid and a sample low-fiber diet menu. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: diet, digestion, low-fiber, menu
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Elbow Injuries: Don’t Ignore Your Elbow’s Warning Signs

February 18, 2016

Elbow injuries are among the most common and most serious injuries baseball players suffer. Discover the symptoms and treatment options for elbow injuries. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: baseball, elbow injuries, fatigue, pain, player's fatigue, serious injuries, surgery, Tommy John
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Using Ice After Exercise

February 17, 2016

For years, athletes have turned to ice baths following their training sessions. Learn about the effects ice after exercise has on your body. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: ice after exercise, icing after injury, injuries, pain, sports medicine