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Recipe for Marathon Runners: High-Protein Recovery Shake

April 18, 2014

Looking for healthy marathon recipes? Try this healthy protein-packed recovery shake for after a long run. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition

Tagged with: exercise, fitness, Leslie Bonci, marathon, Nutrition, Pittsburgh, recipe, Recipes for Runners, running, sports medicine

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Recipe for Marathon Runners: No-Bake Energy Protein Bars

April 11, 2014

Follow this recipe to create no-bake protein energy bars that are packed with nutrition, yet light enough to not weigh you down. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition

Tagged with: energy bars, exercise, fitness, healthy recipe, Leslie Bonci, marathon, Pittsburgh, recipe, Recipes for Runners, running, sports medicine

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Spring Clean Your Health

March 19, 2014

Spring means it's time to get back into healthy routines. Learn some tips about how to rejuvenate your health for the spring time. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: cleaning, exercise, Health, junk food, seasonal produce, stress

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Should You See a Doctor Before Starting an Exercise Program?

February 25, 2014

Considering a new exercise program? Take the American College of Sports Medicine Physical Activity Readiness Exam to see if you should consult a doctor. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: American College of Sports Medicine, exercise, gym, heart problems, moderate physical activity, Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire

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5 Tips for a Healthy Heart

February 8, 2014

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for men and women. Learn about ways to keep a healthy heart through diet, exercise, and more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: blood pressure, diet, exercise, Health, heart, heart attack, heart disease, heart failure, quit smoking, risk, stress

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10 Ways to Reduce Heart Disease Risk

February 1, 2014

Learn more about ways to reduce your risk of developing heart disease with these simple tips you can add into your daily routine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: blood pressure, cholesterol, exercise, heart, heart attacks, heart disease, smoking

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Lose that Post Holiday Weight…and Keep it Off

January 3, 2014

Read tips from UPMC BodyChangers to help lose that post-holiday weight and make some healthy lifestyle choices. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, calorie, drink water, exercise, fiber, fruits, gym, healthy breakfast, holidays, Journal of Nutrition, lifestyle choice, lose weight, New Year's Day, nuts, Obesity Research, Thanksgiving, vegetables, Vicki March MD, weight loss, whole grains

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Am I at Risk for High Blood Pressure?

December 17, 2013

Learn more about high blood pressure or hypertension, find out what risks are accompanied by this heart condition, and discover ways to prevent it. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: alcohol, Black American, blood pressure, diabetes, diastolic blood pressure, drink water, exercise, family history, heart-healthy diet, high blood pressure, high sodium diet, hypertension, obesity, pre-hypertension, quit smoking, smoker, systolic blood pressure

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‘Tis the Season to Be…Healthy

December 14, 2013

Read some healthy eating tips from the UPMC Health Plan to help you stay on track with your diet during the holiday season. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Christmas, exercise, healthy food choices, holiday feast, winter