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Maintaining Healthy Digestion While Traveling

October 22, 2015

Learn more about healthy digestion while traveling, including how to avoid constipation, dehydration, and other digestional issues. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety

Tagged with: bottled water, constipation, dehydration, digestion, food, traveling

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Hydration 101: What You Need to Know

August 13, 2015

At risk for dehydration? Check out this infographic and article to learn about hydration best practices and learn how to avoid dehydration. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: dehydration, drinking, hydrating fruit, hydration, infographic, mobile featured, nutrition, Ron DeAngelo, water

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Diarrhea Causes, Treatment, and Symptoms

May 19, 2015

Diarrhea is a common health problem for all ages. Learn more about the symptoms and causes of diarrhea, including food poisoning, and how to treat it. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: dehydration, diarrhea, Diarrhea Causes, food poisoning, inflammatory bowel disease, inflammatory bowel syndrome

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Staying Comfortable During Pregnancy

February 26, 2015

The joys of pregnancy can be dampened by a host of aches, pains, and other inconveniences that many expectant mothers face. Find tips to fight discomfort. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

Tagged with: baby, back pain, childbirth, dehydration, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, motherhood, pregnancy, pregnant

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Managing Pain in Your Joints During the Winter

January 10, 2015

Do your joints painfully serve as your weather prognosticator during the colder months? Learn how to handle joint pain in the winter. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics

Tagged with: cold weather, dehydration, fish oil, joints, omega-3

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How Can I Avoid Getting Kidney Stones?

October 6, 2014

Find some helpful tips to decrease your likelihood of getting kidney stones. Learn more about kidney stone prevention and find out how to get treated. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology

Tagged with: dehydration, Department of Urology, kidney stone prevention, kidney stones, Timothy Averch, urinary tract infections, urology

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The Importance of Hydration for Your Heart

September 4, 2014

Learn how proper hydration helps your heart to perform regularly. Discover the complications of dehydration and find out how to stay hydrated all summer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: blood, dehydration, heart, hydration

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5 Foods to Avoid if You Have Troubles with Your Digestive System

August 23, 2014

Have you felt sick after eating a meal? Digestive system issues can be triggered by certain foods. Try avoiding these foods if you experience symptoms. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: bloating, caffeine, Capsaicin, constipation, cramping, dairy products, dehydration, diarrhea, Digestive System, fat, gastrointestinal tract, heartburn, indigestion, lactose intolerance, liver, milk, nausea, Spicy Foods

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Hot Spots: Top Places to Get Heat Stroke

July 20, 2014

In the summer, your body is more vulnerable to heat stroke, especially if you are spending the day outside. Learn about the top places to get heat stroke. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Safety

Tagged with: amusement parks, beach, dehydration, Florida, golf, Heat stroke, Orlando, overheating, summer, sweat, travel, United States, Universal Studios, UPMC Urgent Care Center