Living and Wellness

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Pseudo Fecal Incontinence Treatment Options

December 7, 2015

Does your child suffer from pseudo-fecal incontinence? Discover treatment options, ranging from lifestyle changes to surgical remedies. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: constipation, encopresis, Fecal incontinence, fecal incontinence treatment
Article - 2 Minute Read

The Warning Signs of Lung Cancer

December 5, 2015

Each year, more people are likely to die from lung cancer than breast, prostate, and colon cancer combined. Discover the warning signs of lung cancer today. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Family Health, Living and Wellness, Lung Cancer, Men's Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: cancers, chest pain, lung cancer, Wheezing
Article - 2 Minute Read

What Is the Low FODMAP Diet?

December 3, 2015

For people suffering from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), the following a low FODMAP diet may help relieve some of their symptoms. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: diet, food, irritable bowel syndrome
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When Your Child Has True Fecal Incontinence

December 2, 2015

Although common in adults, fecal incontinence can affect children as well. Learn more about the symptoms and causes as well as treatment options. Learn More

Categorized as: Pediatrics
Tagged with: bowel, constipation, encopresis, Fecal incontinence, pediatric
Article - 1 Minute Read

Are Pickles Healthy? 6 Not-So-Sour Facts About Pickles

November 28, 2015

Salty and crunchy, pickles have a number of benefits to them – other than just being a delicious snack! Discover more facts about pickles! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: electrolytes, pickles, Probiotics
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A Beginner’s Guide to Portion Control

November 27, 2015

It's nearly impossibly to out-exercise a poor diet, so portion control is essential to weight loss. We break down your typical plate. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: diet, Nutrition, portion control, portion sizes, serving sizes
Article - 2 Minute Read

Bloated vs. Fat: Which One Am I?

November 24, 2015

Learn more about the difference between bloat and belly fat, including the causes and risks associated with both. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: belly fat, bloating, constipation, food
Article - 2 Minute Read

Physical Therapy for Female Incontinence

November 21, 2015

Female incontinence can be a very stressful and embarrassing condition, but it helps to know that you are not alone. Learn how physical therapy can help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Women's Health
Tagged with: Fecal incontinence, resolve muscle spasms, spasm, Stress urinary incontinence
Article - 2 Minute Read

What Does “Safe Sex” Mean? Emotionally Safe Sex

November 21, 2015

Safe sex can mean a number of different things to many different people. Learn about emotionally safe sex. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health, What does “safe sex” mean?