Living and Wellness

You want to lead a healthier life, but don’t know how to get started. Read more here for an approach that helps you build a stronger, fitter body and mind.

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Are Pickles Healthy? 6 Not-So-Sour Facts About Pickles

November 28, 2015

Salty and crunchy, pickles have a number of benefits to them – other than just being a delicious snack! Discover more facts about pickles! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: electrolytes, pickles, Probiotics
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A Beginner’s Guide to Portion Control

November 27, 2015

It's nearly impossibly to out-exercise a poor diet, so portion control is essential to weight loss. We break down your typical plate. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: diet, Nutrition, portion control, portion sizes, serving sizes
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Is it Bad to Sleep After a Meal?

November 25, 2015

What happens to your body when you fall asleep immediately following a meal? Find out if it's unhealthy and discover foods you can eat before bed. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: eating, sleep, weight gain
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Bloated vs. Fat: Which One Am I?

November 24, 2015

Learn more about the difference between bloat and belly fat, including the causes and risks associated with both. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: belly fat, bloating, constipation, food
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Physical Therapy for Female Incontinence

November 21, 2015

Female incontinence can be a very stressful and embarrassing condition, but it helps to know that you are not alone. Learn how physical therapy can help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Women's Health
Tagged with: Fecal incontinence, resolve muscle spasms, spasm, Stress urinary incontinence
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What Does “Safe Sex” Mean? Emotionally Safe Sex

November 21, 2015

Safe sex can mean a number of different things to many different people. Learn about emotionally safe sex. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health, What does “safe sex” mean?
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Treating Postpartum Back Pain with Physical Therapy

November 20, 2015

Many new moms experience postpartum back pain after delivering their babies. Discover the causes and treatment options to find pain relief. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Women's Health
Tagged with: exercise therapy, low back pain, manual therapy, massage, musculoskeletal disorders, physical therapy, postpartum back pains
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What Does a Palliative Care Doctor Do?

November 19, 2015

Palliative care doctors can help people after a new diagnosis, for example. They can also help when people are struggling with a new treatment or a new stage of their disease. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Palliative and Supportive Institute
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: doctor, palliative care
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Is Shellfish Healthy for You?

November 18, 2015

Most dietary guidelines recommend eating more seafood. Shellfish are a great addition to any diet, with numerous health benefits. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: heart disease, seafood, shellfish, shrimp