Living and Wellness

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Marathon Training Nutrition: Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Keto Diets

March 3, 2015

One of the more important aspects of full or half marathon training is proper nutrition. Learn how the food you fuel your body with affects your performance Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: gluten-free diet, Leslie Bonci, marathon, marathon nutrition, paleo diet, soy products, sports medicine, training, vegan, vegan diet, veganism
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Why Do My Legs Itch When I Run?

March 1, 2015

Runner's itch, that intense sensation you feel when you exercise, has many possible causes. From dry skin to allergies, find the cause to stop the itch. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: allergic reaction, antihistamine, histamine, itchy, runner's itch, running, urticaria
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Allergies Affect More Than 40 Percent of Children

February 28, 2015

Allergies affect over 40 percent of children today. Learn more about allergies, their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for your children. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: allergens, allergies, blood test, challenge test, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, immunotherapy, itch, rash, skin tests, Todd Green MD
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Staying Comfortable During Pregnancy

February 26, 2015

Expectant mothers may deal with aches, pains, and other inconveniences during their pregnancies. Find tips to fight discomfort. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: baby, back pain, childbirth, dehydration, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, motherhood, pregnancy, pregnant
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Can Your Attitude Help Your Friends Feel Happier?

February 22, 2015

If you're happy and positive, you have a big effect on those around you. Find tips for keeping a positive circle of friends. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health
Tagged with: 100 happy days, behavior, depression, emotions, friends, happify, mood, positive
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Infographic: Milk – Which Type Is the Best Option?

February 21, 2015

Dairy-free milk options have become a hot topic recently. Discover how different dairy and non-dairy options stack up. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: almond milk, coconut milk, Dairy, dairy-free milk, infographic, milk, Nutrition, rice milk, soy milk
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

First-Time Blood Donors: Someone Just Your Type Needs You!

February 19, 2015

First-Time Blood Donors: Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Your pint-size donation can save up to three lives. Learn more! Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: American Red Cross, blood donations, blood donor, blood-borne infections, hepatitis B, HIV, plasma, platelets, sickle cell anemia, Type O, whole blood
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So You’ve Got the Flu…Now What?

February 18, 2015

So what happens when you fall victim to the flu? Follow our tips to help manage your symptoms and reduce the risk of spreading your illness to others. Learn More

Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: acetaminophen, cold, cough, fatigue, fever, flu, flu relief, flu shot, flu symptoms, headache, ibuprophen, medicine, recovery, runny nose, UPMC Urgent Care
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So Sweet: The Surprising Health Benefits of Flowers

February 17, 2015

Flowers have become a universal sign of love, but there other reasons to love them! Discover the many mental health benefits of flowers. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: alternative medicine, flowers, infographic, medical benefits, relaxation, snake bites, swine flu