All posts by Kimmi Patterson

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How to Avoid Holiday Overeating This Year

If you’re worried that visions of sugarplums and gravy boats will derail your healthy diet this holiday season, your best bet is to plan ahead. Here are some strategies to get started.

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Tips for Managing Type 2 Diabetes the Healthy Way

Learning to manage Type 2 diabetes can help you feel better and allow you to be more in control of your health.

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Antibiotic Resistance: Addressing a Growing Challenge

Antibiotics are powerful medicines that help us counter infections caused by bacteria. However, the effectiveness of these lifesaving drugs is at risk due to antibiotic resistance.

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Not Just for Kids: What to Know About RSV in Adults

Your little one was just diagnosed with RSV, and his pediatrician said to be careful taking him around older adults. But why is that? The precaution is because RSV in adults, particularly those aged 60 and older, can be dangerous.

Diabetes and Stress

The Connection Between Stress and Diabetes

Did you know that stress can impact blood sugar? Learn more about stress and diabetes and discover some stress management strategies.

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Just the Facts: Is Caffeine Bad for Kids?

Caffeine gives adults a nice boost of energy to kickstart the day or help them through an evening of work. But what about when kids drink the stimulant? What kinds of effects does caffeine have on kids? Learn about how caffeine affects our bodies and whether caffeinated products can harm children.

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Digestive Health Facts for You to Digest

We all use our digestive system every day, every time we eat and drink. Many of us take this complex system for granted, so take time to understand how it works so you can keep it healthy.

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Type 1 Diabetes and Celiac Disease

Type 1 diabetes and celiac disease may seem unrelated, but they are two conditions that are often connected. Managing them both at the same time is challenging, so understanding the connection can help you understand how to live healthfully with both diseases.

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Pneumonia Treatment: What Does It Take to Feel Better?

Matching you with the most appropriate pneumonia treatment depends, in part, on what kind of germ caused the infection.

What You Can Do to Stop Snoring and Start Sleeping Better

Snoring can be more than a noisy nuisance. It may also affect your health, energy and relationship with your sleep partner—and, potentially, signal a sleep disorder. Lifestyle changes and medical treatments can help you stop snoring.