Exercise advertisements often target simplified exercise routines and spot reduction. Some exercise advertisements sell the belief that one machine will work your entire body and give you the results you need. Some machines are good for cardiovascular conditioning; however, they may not be good for other reasons, such as: Joint Balance limitations To establish a proper exercise routine, you need to follow a few basic guidelines. Find out what the recommended exercise guidelines are for…

Grocery Shopping for Healthy Foods You want to shop healthy, but that trip to the grocery store can be daunting. With so many choices and misleading advertising, it’s hard to know what to put in your cart. We need to decrease obesity in America — and with it, the risks of obesity-related illnesses, including: Diabetes Heart disease Stroke Some cancers Healthy Eating Tips Increasing the "nutrient-dense" foods we eat. That is stop "junk food." Reducing our intake of…

Have Gratitude! Read Dr. Holly L. Thacker's blog about the recent horrific events and the importance of gratitude to our health and well-being.

Read Dr. Foluke Alli's blog on environmental pollutant levels in young women and why women should be concerned. Dr. Alli is a Board Certified Family Medicine physician who is a women's health fellow/scholar in the Center for Specialized Women's Health at Cleveland Clinic. She is the mother of three children, including a new baby boy whom she breastfed.

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Stress and its triggers are different for everyone. What causes tension for one person may be no big deal to someone else. But some experts claim that women are particularly susceptible to stress. No wonder holidays can stress you out!

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This dish is not only easy-to-make, but healthy and delicious. Lentils and kale are both nutritionally rich foods. Lentils are a plant based protein source which provides protein without any fat or cholesterol. They also provide a source of slow digesting carbohydrate which will keep you feeling satisfied for hours and supply soluble fiber which research shows can help lower cholesterol levels. Kale is a dark green leafy vegetable that is a very rich source of vitamins K, C, and A, but also provides many minerals, including calcium, magnesium, copper, potassium, phosphorus and iron.

The rich sweetness of the carmelized onions really round out the earthy flavor of the kale and lentils.

Read Dr. Devorah Wieder's blog on hyperemesis gravidarum. Dr. Wieder is an OB-GYN physician and a mother of four. She explains what all women need to know about pregnancy and severe symptoms like nausea and vomiting.

My doctor has just started me on Fosamax. What is the latest information on taking this drug long and short term? I have had bone density testing done about four years apart and my doctor says that because of my family history and a change in the thinning of my bones, I am at risk of possible fractures as I age. I am currently 65.

Grab a can of pizza dough, spread with pre-made olive mixture and Parmesan cheese for an instant incredible pick-up. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat in oven.

Enjoy more delicious recipes from Holly Clegg's cookbook, Holly Clegg’s trim&TERRIFIC™ Kitchen 101: Secrets to Cooking Confidence.

A crock pot and five simple ingredients plus meat combine for a melt-in-your-mouth brisket meal that basically cooks itself! Serve as entrée or turn into scrumptious Beef Sliders by filling miniature rolls with brisket, Brie, and red onion — easy and fantastic!

Enjoy more delicious recipes from Holly Clegg's new cookbook, trim&TERRIFIC™ Kitchen 101: Secrets to Cooking Confidence.

Download our guide to learn more about the types of common pancreatic diseases such as acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, available diagnostic tests and innovative medical and surgical treatment options.

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Download our free guide to learn about what a hernia is and how it's caused, hernia symptoms and when you should seek treatment and advanced treatment options for hernias.

Thyroid disease affects an estimated 20 million Americans, many of whom are unaware that they have a condition. Diagnosis and treatment are key to managing a thyroid problem, and will help to control the related symptoms.

Treatment goals for varicose and spider veins include reducing symptoms and preventing complications, while improving the look of your legs. There are several treatment options for problematic veins and our team works with each patient to determine the most appropriate treatment plan.

Learn more about coronary artery disease (CAD) including the causes, symptoms and risk factors, the difference between angina and a heart attack and the latest medical and surgical treatment options.

Identifying the reason for the sleeping problems is vital, because the treatment choices depend on the type of each individual's sleep disorder. Download our free treatment guide to learn more about different types of sleep disorders in adults and children, tailored treatment options for adults and children and good sleeping habits.

Being diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), whether Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, raises many questions. As the first step in taking control of your health, learn more about IBD and examine the treatment options available in this IBS Treatment Guide.