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    Brown Rice vs. White Rice: Which Is Healthier?

    February 6, 2018

    Rice is a healthy source of carbohydrates and more. But is there a nutritional difference between brown rice versus white rice? Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: healthy eating, nutrition, whole grains

    Which is healthier? White rice or brown rice?
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    Help Your Digestive System with These 5 Foods

    September 3, 2014

    Certain foods are better for digestion than others. Check out this list of the best foods for your digestive system to learn what will benefit you most. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: banana, chicken, colon cancer, digestive disorder, Digestive System, fiber, fish, fruit, ginger, irritable bowel disorder, irritable bowl syndrome, lean meat, motion sickness, nausea, probiotic, smoothies, steak, vomiting, whole grains, yogurt

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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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    4 W’s of Winter Skin Care

    December 22, 2013

    Concerned about dry skin this winter? View our "4 W's of Skin Care" photo gallery for tips to keep your skin healthy during the colder months of the year. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Skin Care

    Tagged with: broad-spectrum, fruits, lean proteins, omega-3 fatty acids, regular exercise, skin care, SPF 15, sunscreen, vegetables, water, whole grains, winter

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