Snap, Crackle and Pop!
Popping backs, knees that crack when you stand up, wrists that snap when you rotate them the wrong way — we’ve all had experience with joints that make noise. Sometimes it hurts and sometimes it
Triple Threat
Young female athletes who don’t adequately replace the calories they burn during workouts, meets and games risk developing a collection of conditions that can have significant health consequences. Disordered eating, irregular menstruation and bone weakening
Dealing With the Emotions of Dementia
A diagnosis of dementia can be scary for everyone involved. Learn what emotions to expect — and how loved ones can help. Your loved one has been dealing with memory loss, confusion and losing things
Bringing Broth Back
Tired of coffee? Need a mid-afternoon pick-me-up? Healthy and tasty bone broth may be a contender for your next beverage of choice. Warm beverages, such as coffee and tea, help many people ease into their
Food Fight!
Is your child a picky eater? Her eating preferences could be a sign of an underlying issue. Selective eating (SE), or “picky eating,” is common in young children. Until recently, picky eating wasn’t viewed as
Ending Miscarriage Misconceptions
It’s an unfortunate — and often, unspoken about — reality. As many as 25 percent of clinically recognized pregnancies end in a miscarriage. “It’s very common for women to find out after they’ve had a miscarriage
Is Your Teen in Trouble?
Self-inflicted injuries in teenagers are on the rise. Learn more about suicide attempts and self-harm — and the difference between the two. According to a recent study published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the
Suicide: When and How to Help
If you suspect a friend or family member is thinking about suicide, get involved as soon as possible. “A person can commit suicide in a matter of minutes,” says Ramona Osburn, F.A.C.H.E., senior vice president
Preventing the Flu
Have you ever found yourself wondering if the flu vaccine is actually worth getting? We’ve got the answer. “Most people who contract the flu and are generally healthy and don’t need to go in to
The Power of Placenta?
More and more moms are choosing to encapsulate their placentas to consume during the first weeks of motherhood. Are there any benefits or dangers to this practice? In order to feed and take care of