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  How to Get Back on Track With Healthy Habits When Life Happens

  June 22, 2023

  Has traveling, illness, or other life circumstances derailed that healthy routine you worked to build? Here are some tips for restarting.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Take Your Healthy Habits on Vacation

  January 29, 2015

  Ah, vacation! Get ready to kick back, relax, and enjoy some well-deserved time away. But don't forget to exercise! Follow these easy tips to get started.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: biking, cycling, jogging, running, swimming, vacation, walking

  

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  Habits That Can Negatively Affect Your Brain

  December 29, 2014

  Learn more about how bad habits, including substance and alcohol abuse, poor diet, and lack of reading, can negatively affect your brain.Learn More

  Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

  Tagged with: addiction, alcohol, bad habits, brain health, depression, insomnia, junk food, lack of sleep, magnesium, memory loss, permanent mood disorders, Reading, sleep deprivation, smoking, toxic chemicals, vitamin b1, Vitamin B1 deficiency

  

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  Menopause and Weight Gain: Understanding the Connection

  April 19, 2024

  Many women gain weight — especially belly fat — during menopause. Here's why it happens, and practical steps you can take to stay healthy during menopause.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Am I at Risk of Gestational Diabetes?

  March 25, 2024

  Gestational diabetes is a dangerous pregnancy complication for you and your baby. Learn what causes gestational diabetes and whether you are at risk.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

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

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Are Some Types of Alcohol ‘Healthier’ than Others?

  March 25, 2024

  Although certain types of alcohol may carry specific health benefits, there is no truly "healthy" type of alcohol. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  How Sensory Processing Issues May Affect Kids in School

  March 19, 2024

  Many children are picky about their clothes, food, and hobbies. But those who are sensitive to sounds, textures, and more may have a sensory processing disorder.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Why Am I Craving Sugar?

  March 15, 2024

  Explore why sugar cravings happen and practical tips to curb your sugar habit for a healthier, happier life. Learn to overcome your sweet tooth.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  The Science Behind Causes of Procrastination

  February 28, 2024

  We may fall into the trap of blaming ourselves for procrastination. We may think we're at fault due to a lack of self-motivation, lazy habits, or incompetence.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

  Tagged with: Discovery