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6 simple blood tests that can take your annual physical to the next level
November 24, 2024
Annual physical exams are an essential part of maintaining good health, but certain health tests may offer deeper insights into specific areas of your health.
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Understanding prediabetes: A crucial step in preventing Type 2 diabetes
November 24, 2024
Prediabetes is a health condition characterized by blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not high enough for a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis.
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Festive meals for all: Navigating holiday gatherings with chronic health conditions
November 24, 2024
The holidays are a joyous time of celebration with family, friends and delicious food.
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Male hormones: A guide on hormone health for men
October 27, 2024
Hormone balance is essential for men's health and well-being. Testosterone is the major sex hormone in men, produced primarily in the testes; however, there are also other hormones.
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The relationship between Type 2 diabetes and weight
October 20, 2024
Diabetes and overweight are two of the most prevalent health conditions in the U.S. It’s estimated that more than 38 million Americans have diabetes, and approximately two in five adults
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How soon after unprotected sex should I get tested for STIs?
October 20, 2024
As the rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to rise, it’s important to know the best practices for STI testing.
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An adult woman sits on a couch looking at a tablet, researching how luteinizing hormone testing can help monitor ovulation and reproductive health.

The role of luteinizing hormone in fertility
October 20, 2024
The path to family planning can be filled with questions about your fertility and reproductive health. From lifestyle habits to hormone levels, many factors come into play when assessing fertility.
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A man and woman in the kitchen preparing food, working on healthy eating habits to help reverse fatty liver disease.

What is fatty liver disease—and is it reversible?
October 20, 2024
Fatty liver disease is a growing health concern. In the U.S., it’s estimated that one in four adults have a buildup of fat in the liver. While it is normal to have a small amount of fat buildup.
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A father sitting with his sick toddler son on his lap, wiping his nose with a tissue and wondering if zinc can help strengthen his immune system and protect him from catching his son’s cold.

The relationship between zinc and your immune system
October 15, 2024
The shelves are lined with zinc supplements and lozenges to help shorten cold symptoms this season. But what do we really know about zinc and how it affects the immune system?
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A mom in the kitchen with her young daughter preparing a salad, teaching her about micronutrients and their role in health.

What are micronutrients? Discover their vital role in health
October 15, 2024
Micronutrients and macronutrients are both important types of nutrients, but they serve different purposes in the body. As the name suggests, micronutrients are required in much smaller quantities
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