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Healthy, easy-to-do tips to avoid the ‘freshman 15’

Healthy, easy-to-do tips to avoid the ‘freshman 15’

Gaining weight in your first year of college is avoidable with healthy choices
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Diabetes diagnosis motivates runner to train differently

Diabetes diagnosis motivates runner to train differently

“Diabetes might slow me down, but it won’t stop me,” says Taylor Ronke
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Help your child choose healthy snack foods

Help your child choose healthy snack foods

Use red-light, yellow-light and green-light foods to rethink snack time
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Melatonin may not be as safe as you think, pediatrician says

Melatonin may not be as safe as you think, pediatrician says

Concerns include extra ingredients and kids getting adult doses of popular sleep aid
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How folic acid plays a role in pregnancy planning

How folic acid plays a role in pregnancy planning

A form of vitamin B, folic acid reduces the risk of brain and spinal birth defects
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How to know if dietary supplements can help or harm

How to know if dietary supplements can help or harm

Taking vitamins, minerals, botanicals, microbials? Tell your primary care provider
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How to combat vitamin D deficiency during short winter days

How to combat vitamin D deficiency during short winter days

Vitamin D is an important nutrient for healthy bones, muscles and metabolism
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How to introduce the bottle to your baby

How to introduce the bottle to your baby

A lactation consultant offers tips for breastfeeding-to-bottle success
Lorraine Cross icon SHN Staff 5 min read
How long is too long to eat Thanksgiving leftovers?

How long is too long to eat Thanksgiving leftovers?

Food safety is important in menu planning, before and after Thanksgiving
Lorraine Cross icon SHN Staff 5 min read
Practice mindful eating with your family

Practice mindful eating with your family

Help kids understand food is fuel, and they’ll learn to make good food choices
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