General Health

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Knowing Your Heart: Common Heart Problems

Luis Soler Rivera | 2/20/2020 | General Health

We all know a friend, family member or colleague with heart problems. Yet, most people don’t think much about their actual, physical, beating heart. What do you know about common heart problems? We spoke with two UVA heart health providers for more insight into heart health.

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Stress and Heart Disease: How Does Your Body Handle Stress?

Elizabeth Timms | 2/10/2020 | General Health

Stress can negatively impact on your life. Stress and heart disease isn't a good combination as chronic stress has also been linked to heart issues.

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Are Sugar Substitutes Toxic for Your Gut?

Luis Soler Rivera | 2/6/2020 | General Health

Are sugar substitutes toxic for your gut? Recent research suggests that they may be. But is this the final word? We spoke with Amy Doran, MD, to learn more about sugar substitutes and gut toxicity.

What the (Healthy) Heart Wants: Unique Valentine’s Day Ideas

Holly Cooper Ford | 2/5/2020 | General Health

Show all of the special people in your life you care this Valentine’s Day. It is Heart Month, after all. So why not plan a Valentine’s Day date night that will make their hearts happy and keep them healthy?

Infographic: 9 Smaller Changes to Improve Health for a Healthier You

Elizabeth Timms | 2/4/2020 | Exercise, General Health, Nutrition, Prevention

Don’t stress over fad diets, new exercise programs or what the scale says. Instead, make one simple change at a time to improve your health.

A man with hypertension blows his nose. He's in need of a decongestant that won't raise his blood pressure.

Which Cold Medicine for High Blood Pressure? A Shopper’s Guide

Nate Braeuer | 1/29/2020 | General Health

If you have high blood pressure and are in need of a decongestant, be sure to read the active ingredients on the labels.

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Don’t Let These Myths Stop You From Donating Blood

Elizabeth Timms | 1/27/2020 | General Health

Donating blood provides a lifesaving gift. It’s simple and can make a difference in the lives of others, but some myths are stopping people from donating.

woman in bed with a headache, how to relieve a migraine

Staying One Step Ahead of the Pain: How to Relieve a Migraine

Holly Cooper Ford | 1/22/2020 | General Health

If you’ve ever experienced a migraine, then you know it’s much more than just a headache. Learn more about the common and not-so-common treatments that may provide relief to your debilitating symptoms.

Effects of Sugar on the Brain: Cravings and Inflammation

Luis Soler Rivera | 1/15/2020 | General Health

We’ve got a pretty good idea of what happens to our bodies when we eat too much sugar. But what about our brains? What are the effects of sugar on the brain?

5 Good Reasons to Take the Stairs And Added Health Benefits

Elizabeth Timms | 1/8/2020 | General Health

One great way to add extra steps to your day and improve your fitness level is to take the stairs when possible instead of an elevator or escalator.

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General Health

Knowing Your Heart: Common Heart Problems

Stress and Heart Disease: How Does Your Body Handle Stress?

Are Sugar Substitutes Toxic for Your Gut?

What the (Healthy) Heart Wants: Unique Valentine’s Day Ideas

Infographic: 9 Smaller Changes to Improve Health for a Healthier You

Which Cold Medicine for High Blood Pressure? A Shopper’s Guide

Don’t Let These Myths Stop You From Donating Blood

Staying One Step Ahead of the Pain: How to Relieve a Migraine

Effects of Sugar on the Brain: Cravings and Inflammation

5 Good Reasons to Take the Stairs And Added Health Benefits

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