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    Benefits of Lemon Juice and Water

    August 29, 2014

    Lemon juice pairs well with your favorite dishes, but it also offers incredible health benefits. Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: acne, acne remedy, calcium, cancer, digestion, folate, kidney stones, lemon, lemon juice, pectin, potassium, sore throat remedy, Vitamin C, weight loss

    Learn the 7 Health Benefits of Lemon Juice
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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
  • Artículo - 2 Minute Read

    How Much Exercise Do You Really Need?

    April 21, 2014

    The amount of exercise a person needs varies depending on many factors. Learn how much you need to be healthy and common exercise routines. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Fitness

    Tagged with: brisk walking, light workouts, obesity, overweight, UPMC BodyChangers, Vicki March MD, weight loss, yoga

    A woman stretches alongside her dog.
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    6 Tips for Summertime Weight Loss

    March 18, 2014

    Revealing summer clothes often prompt risky summer dieting plans. Instead, learn some healthy habits that aid weight loss this summer. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

    Tagged with: hydration, summer weight loss tips, UPMC BodyChangers, Vicki March MD, weight loss

    Learn more about summer weight loss tips
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    Lose that Post Holiday Weight…and Keep it Off

    January 3, 2014

    Read tips from UPMC BodyChangers to help lose that post-holiday weight and make some healthy lifestyle choices. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, calorie, drink water, exercise, fiber, fruits, gym, healthy breakfast, holidays, Journal of Nutrition, lifestyle choice, lose weight, New Year's Day, nuts, Obesity Research, Thanksgiving, vegetables, Vicki March MD, weight loss, whole grains

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    Healthy Holiday Recipes: Roasted Pumpkin-Apple Soup

    December 13, 2013

    Looking for an alternative to serve at holiday dinners this year? Print this Pumpkin-Apple Soup recipe, a healthy holiday recipe from UPMC BodyChangers. View Recipe

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: butternut squash, chicken broth, eatwell.com, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh sage, freshly ground pepper, hazelnut oil, hazelnuts, healthy eating, healthy recipe, Holiday Recipes, pumpkin, pumpkin pie, pumpkin recipe, recipe, Roasted Pumpkin-Apple Soup, support group, sweet-tart apples, UPMC BodyChangers, vegetable broth, Vicki March MD, weight loss

    Roasted pumpkin apple soup is a healthier meal option for you around the holidays.
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