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Smoking and your digestive health
We’ve all heard that smoking increases the risk of many life-threatening diseases—including lung cancer, emphysema, and heart disease. But did you know that smoking also contributes to many cancers and diseases of the digestive system? Estimates show that about one-fifth of all adults smoke, and each year at least 443,000 Americans die from diseases caused […]
Be Heart Smart
A healthy diet and lifestyle, along with making smart healthcare decisions, can be a pathway to a healthier heart. Your family history can have some impact on your chances of heart disease, but there are some simple steps one can follow that, if you stick to them, can offer long-term heart-health benefits. The American Heart […]
Know Your Numbers
BMI Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is the number used to assess if you are underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. It is calculated using your height and weight and is a good gauge for the risk of diseases that can occur with more body fat. The higher your BMI, the higher your risk for […]
Tips for healthy skin
Your skin is the largest organ in your body and performs many important functions. It holds in fluid to prevent dehydration. It keeps harmful microbes out, which prevents you from infection. It’s covered in nerve endings that allow you to feel pain, heat and cold. Without being able to feel these sensations, you could cut […]
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