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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    The Skinny on Sweet Alternatives to Sugar

    July 19, 2014

    Learn more about artificial sweeteners and other sugar substitutes that you can incorporate into your diet. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: acesulfame potassium, advantame, agave, aspartame, diabetes, FDA, food additives, neotame, saccharin, stevia, sucralose, xylitol

    sugar
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    Satisfy Your Cravings With These Healthy French Fry Alternatives

    July 11, 2014

    Learn how French fries can negatively affect your health, and find five healthy alternatives to French fries. Try them out today! Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: crispy green beans, diabetes, french fries, healthy alternatives, Healthy Snacks, heart disease, kale chips, obesity, sweet potato fries, Vitamin A, zucchini

    Satisfy Your Cravings With These Healthy French Fry Alternatives
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Eat Smart: Picture Your Plate

    July 6, 2014

    A nutritious diet is essential to your overall health. Learn more about how to eat smart and how you can use your dinner plate to control portion sizes. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: Dairy, diabetes, Dinner, fats, food, fruit, healthy eating, meat, milk, portion sizes, protein, starch, UPMC Centers for Diabetes Education and Support, vegetable

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    Health Tips for Women in Their 60s and 70s

    May 16, 2014

    Women who are 60 or 70-something know it's time to plan how they want to live the next 20-30 years. Read these health tips to keep yourself active. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Women's Health

    Tagged with: active, aerobic exercise, bone health, cancer, diabetes, obesity, walking, women's health, Zumba

    woman at pool
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Health Tips for Women in Their 40s and 50s

    May 15, 2014

    If you're a woman in your 40s or 50s, you're aware that your body is ever evolving. Read more about how you can combat aging with some lifestyle changes. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

    Tagged with: American College of Sports Medicine, cancer, diabetes, obesity, pittsburgh marathon, women's health

  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Getting Good Sleep Makes Good Sense

    May 5, 2014

    A good night's sleep is vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Learn more about the benefits of a good night's sleep and how much you to get a night. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: American Sleep Foundation, body fight infection, chronic sleep loss, depression, diabetes, fatigue, mood disorders, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, sleep disorders

    woman sleeping
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    The Importance of Eye Exams

    February 27, 2014

    Learn more about the importance of eye exams and what to expect during your visit with the eye doctor. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

    Categorized as: Eye Health

    Tagged with: cataracts, diabetes, eye doctor, eye exam, glaucoma, macular degeneration, optometrist, retina, Scott Drexler DO, UPMC Eye Center, vision

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    Video: What to Expect in Stroke Rehabilitation

    February 6, 2014

    Learn more about the risk factors of stroke and watch a video about what you can expect during stroke rehabilitation. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Jennfier Shen MD, stroke, stroke recovery, stroke rehab, stroke risk

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    Benefits and Risks of Bariatric Surgery

    January 21, 2014

    This JAMA report shows that bariatric surgery can reduce or reverse obesity-related health issues -- such as diabetes -- long-term. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: Anita Courcoulas MD, bariatric surgery, blood pressure, diabetes, JAMA, JAMA Network, JAMA Report, Journal of the American Medical Association, liids, Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgery, patient story, weight loss surgery

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