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Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes

November 11, 2016 by Val Chessin, RN, BSN, CDE

About 30 million people in the United States now have type 2 diabetes, which can lead to serious health problems, like stroke, heart disease,...

tags: blood glucose , diabetes , diabetes awareness , diabetes prevention , diet , exercise , heart disease , kidney disease , nutrition , pre-diabetes , stroke , type 2 diabetes

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Healthy Ways to Get Your Pumpkin Spice Fix This...

October 25, 2016

tags: celebration , diet , fall , healthy eating , holiday , nutrition , pumpkin , recipes , weight loss

Ten Tips for Healthy Aging

August 16, 2016

Today, due to numerous medical and scientific advances, people are living longer than ever before. But, you do not just automatically live longer...

tags: aging , diet , exercise , happiness , health , healthy aging , nutrition , positive relationships

The Quick-Fix Mediterranean Diet

June 21, 2016

Adding international flair to your diet could quickly lead to a healthier heart.

tags: diet , healthy heart , heart disease , heart health , mediterranean diet , nutrition , vitamins

Breastfeeding Problems: When the Breast Isn't ...

March 29, 2016

No matter what their initial goals are, many women experience breastfeeding problems. Here are just a few of those potential issues.

tags: baby , breastfeeding , breast milk , engorgement , infant nutrition , mastitis , motherhood , pumping

Breastfeeding FAQ: Is It Okay To…?

March 29, 2016

New moms may have lots of questions at one point or another during the breastfeeding process. Here are 5 of the most common.

tags: baby , breastfeeding , breast milk , breast milk donation , infant nutrition , maternity-leave , motherhood , parenting , pregnancy , pumping

What are the Real Benefits of Breastfeeding?

March 29, 2016 by West Valley Medical Center

Is breastfeeding really better for your baby? Here's the latest research about the benefits of breastfeeding.

tags: baby , breastfeeding , breast milk , breast milk donation , formula feeding , infant nutrition , motherhood , parenting , pediatrics