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Keep Eating Kale — Just Clean It First

The superfood kale is often on the list of top foods to eat. But it recently made the Dirty Dozen list of produce with the most pesticide residue, according to the Environmental Working Group. That doesn’t mean you should stop eating kale. Instead, learn the best ways to clean it so you can enjoy the benefits of this nutritious vegetable.

First-Year Benchmarks in Baby Land

Babies don’t come with a manual. But there is a list of monthly developmental milestones to help new parents navigate their child’s first year of growth.

How To Prepare Your Daughter for Her First GYN Visit

Running Your First 5K? Here's How To Avoid Injuries

Running your first race can be both intimidating and exhilarating.  You anticipate the natural “runner’s high” that comes with physical activity, the fresh early-morning air and the achievement of crossing the finish line. But if you haven’t trained properly, an injury could ruin the experience. 

Why Knowing the Calorie Count of Fast-Food Menu Items Doesn’t Lead to Healthier Choices

Whether you love a Big Mac, Frosty or five-piece chicken tenders, it turns out that knowing how many calories are in these fast-food items won’t stop you from eating them, according to one recent study.

After Breast Cancer: Understanding Your Reconstructive Choices

If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by your choices and the potential impact on your life.

Less-Invasive Weight-Loss Surgery Choices Coming

Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk with 5 Lifestyle Choices

New research published in the journal Neurology shows that memory loss and cognitive decline related to dementia can be significantly reduced with a combination of healthy lifestyles. Dementia, which includes Alzheimer’s disease, affects someone's ability to function normally in society and is a leading cause of death in the United States.

Why Robotic Surgery May Be a Better Choice than Open Surgery

Many people have heard the term “robotic surgery” before, but what does it mean exactly? This question arises when patients must decide between using a surgeon who opts for this new and highly technical form of surgery or a surgeon who recommends traditional open surgery. Fortunately, robotic surgery is less intimidating than it sounds and, in most cases, offers several advantages. 

10 Things To Ask Cardiologist at First Visit

You’ve experienced heart discomfort, or your primary care doctor noticed something amiss during routine blood work. So now you’re headed to your first appointment with a cardiologist.