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    10 Heart Healthy New Year’s Resolutions

    December 26, 2014

    Ready to start the New Year fresh? Check out our list of heart-healthy New Year's resolutions to help you make healthier lifestyle choices in 2015. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: alcohol, cholesterol, coronary artery disease, diabetes, exercise, healthy energy, heart, heart disease, heart screenings, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, New Year's Day, New Year's resolutions, smoking, stress, winter

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    Infographic: Calories of Common Alcoholic Drinks

    October 13, 2014

    Discover the calories in your favorite drinks so you can make wiser drink choices during the upcoming holiday season and into the new year. Learn More

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: alcohol, beer, calories, Christmas, cocktails, diet, drinks, holidays, infographic, liquor, wine

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    FAQ with Breastfeeding and Lactation Experts

    August 19, 2014

    Breastfeeding can be intimidating for new mothers, so how do you learn the tricks? Four lactation experts weigh in. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: alcohol, baby, breast, breastfeeding, caffeine, diet, Lactation, mother, nipples, pumping, sushi, weight loss

    Breastfeeding & Lactation
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    Bloating Foods to Avoid Before Going to the Beach

    July 23, 2014

    Find a list of bloating foods that you should avoid if you plan to spend time at the beach or by the pool this summer. Discover some healthy alternatives. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: alcohol, apples, beach, bloating, carbonated beverages, Dairy, gum, salt, smoothies, summer, tea, travel, vacation

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    How Alcohol Affects Your Mind and Body

    April 24, 2014

    There's no question that alcohol impairs coordination and other activities. Review this infographic for a breakdown of impairments based on consumption. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: alcohol, BAC, beer, blood alcohol concentration, drunk, infographic, legal alcohol limit, liquor, wine

    Alcohol can have significant and potentially long-lasting effects on your physical and mental health.
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    Am I at Risk for High Blood Pressure?

    December 17, 2013

    Learn more about high blood pressure or hypertension, find out what risks are accompanied by this heart condition, and discover ways to prevent it. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: alcohol, Black American, blood pressure, diabetes, diastolic blood pressure, drink water, exercise, family history, heart-healthy diet, high blood pressure, high sodium diet, hypertension, obesity, pre-hypertension, quit smoking, smoker, systolic blood pressure

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