April 2015
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Junk Food: A Not-So-Pretty Perspective
Apr 30, 2015You sat down to eat a few bites of ice cream and before you knew it, the whole pint was gone. Do you think a little extra exercise will negate what you ate? Think again. ... Read more
Why do I bruise so easily?
Apr 30, 2015Have you ever found a bruise on your body and wondered how it got there? Here, we share reasons some people may bruise more easily than others. ... Read more
Blisters & Socks: Is There a Connection?
Apr 28, 2015Getting blisters while trying to walk your way to better health? Check out these blister hacks to condition your feet for the fast lane.... Read more
Top 5 Sports for Kids with Autism
Apr 28, 2015Kids who have autism often struggle with organized team sports because of communication and social difficulties. But these five sports tend to be winners.... Read more
Electronic Cigarettes Don’t Appear to Help Smokers Quit
Apr 28, 2015Some people who use e-cigarettes think the device helps them quit smoking, but they may be just substituting one bad habit for another.... Read more
How well do hand sanitizers really work?
Apr 27, 2015We all know how important it is to wash our hands before and after handling food and using the restroom. But how effective is hand sanitizer? Is it just as good as soap and water?... Read more
Baby Spacing: Many Women Don’t Wait Long Enough Between Pregnancies
Apr 27, 2015Doctors advise women to wait at least 18 months between pregnancies to reduce the risk of complications, but nearly one in three women don’t wait that long.... Read more
Fast and Kid-Friendly Dinner Recipes
Apr 24, 2015Planning an evening out? Need to feed your children before you go? Skip frozen pizzas and TV dinners and try one of these quick and easy recipes.... Read more
Not Sweet: Too Much Iced Tea Causes Kidney Failure
Apr 23, 2015Anything in excess can be harmful, even tea. An Arkansas man who drank a gallon of iced tea daily ended up in the hospital.... Read more
How Good Is Your Gym Hygiene?
Apr 23, 2015While the gym is a great place to get fit and have fun, it can be a hotbed for disease and germs. Here's how to protect yourself.... Read more
Are Beards Good or Bad for Men’s Health?
Apr 22, 2015There’s no question beards are in. A recent news story that went viral warned that beards might cause health problems, but a Utah dermatologist disagrees.... Read more
Pack Essentials for Day Hikers
Apr 22, 2015Even if you're hiking close to home, the adventure could take an unexpected turn. Make sure you take these items with you. ... Read more
Don't Do This to Your Face
Apr 21, 2015Teens are in pursuit of bigger lips – and they are doing anything they can to get them. Thousands of pictures of young women, and men, have posted pictures and videos of themselves placing small containers over their lips and then sucking the air out in order to create suction and enlarge their lips. The results are not always what they expect. ... Read more
A Closer Look at Male Infertility
Apr 21, 2015Nearly 15% of couples are infertile. But it’s not just a women’s issue. Both genders can have problems that affect fertility. Here are some stats and facts on the male side.... Read more
Gonorrhea Cases Surging in Utah
Apr 21, 2015The sexually transmitted disease is skyrocketing in the state, particularly among women who may not show any symptoms.... Read more
What Your Shoes Bring Home
Apr 20, 2015As parents, we do our best to protect our kids against the spread of germs and disease. But when family members or friends wear their shoes indoors, they may be tracking in more than dirt. ... Read more
Candy Crushed: Can you Injure Yourself With a Video Game?
Apr 20, 2015Could Candy Crush be hazardous to your hands? This week JAMA Internal Medicine presented a case study involving a 29-year old man who ruptured the tendon in his hand apparently from playing the game between six and eight hours a day for several weeks. ... Read more
Should You Give Your Child a Sip of Alcohol?
Apr 20, 2015Some parents call it the “European model.” But letting kids sip alcohol may have the opposite effect of what you intended.... Read more
Mind Blown: More People Experience ‘Exploding Head Syndrome’ Than Thought
Apr 20, 2015People who experience exploding head syndrome feel they’ve been awakened by a loud noise such as a thunderclap or a slammed door.... Read more
Don't Let Tax Day Be the Death of You
Apr 15, 2015Statistics show an increase in fatal car crashes around the time of Tax Day, due to increased stress levels among drivers.... Read more
5 Tactics to Slim Down at Work
Apr 08, 2015When sweets lurk in every corner of the break room and going out for lunch is the norm, it can be easy to pack on the pounds at the office. Here are five healthy habits to combat weight gain at work.... Read more
Your Dentist Can Save Your Life
Apr 07, 2015When you go to the dentist you are probably most concerned about whether you will have any cavities. Your dentist is looking for something other than tooth decay though; they are also looking for signs of cancer. ... Read more
Skew Right: From a Diagnosis Comes Determination
Apr 06, 2015John Morris is living with pancreatic cancer. He is one of the few. He wants to change that. ... Read more
Be a Man, Do a Self-Exam
Apr 06, 2015There is nothing funny about testicular cancer. While testicular cancer accounts for just one percent of all cancers in males, it is the most common form of cancer in men ages 15 to 35. ... Read more
Gardening for Good Health
Apr 03, 2015If you’re planning a garden this year, it’s time to start planting. Here are some tips to get the most health benefits out of your garden, plus a few precautions before you dig in.... Read more
MIND What You Eat: Mediterranean-Style Diet May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
Apr 03, 2015Could eating more blueberries and less red meat help prevent Alzheimer’s disease? The developers of the new MIND diet think so.... Read more
Counting Calories: How Many Are You Really Burning a Day?
Apr 01, 2015Your treadmill is lying to you! Actually, don't blame your equipment for an inaccurate calorie count, but find out how calories are really measured!... Read more
How to Spring-Clean for Better Health
Apr 01, 2015Spring is in the air. It’s a time for new beginnings and also the perfect time to give your home a thorough spring-cleaning. Use this checklist to reduce allergens and germs, and keep your family healthy at home.... Read more
5 Reasons to Add Eggs to the Menu
Apr 01, 2015Over the years, eggs have gotten a bad rap. Not anymore! Take a look at these health benefits of eggs. ... Read more