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You’ve made the decision to have bariatric surgery and are excited about how your body will change. But have you thought about how the physical transformation will affect you mentally? You should.

There are many ways that each of us is different from everyone else on the planet. Take all of those bacteria and microorganisms living in your gut, for example. From the moment you’re born, your body begins forming its own unique cocktail of bacteria responsible for dealing with food the instant it enters your body. This microbiome is sometimes called “the last undiscovered human organ,” with scientists still learning about the ways it affects health. One of the things we’re learning, through recent research, is that the makeup of a child’s microbiome may even affect their behavior. 

When you start chemotherapy, one of the first things you’ll learn is how important it is to eat healthy and keep a balanced diet. Of course, that’s easier said than done when you’re dealing with side effects that include dry mouth, nausea, fatigue and changes in taste. There are, however, some food strategies you can use to restore that lost appetite. 

In a perfect world, your pregnancy would end on – or at least close to – the date you circled on the calendar when you learned you were expecting. But what happens when your baby decides to linger past that due date? Or if a complication arises? 

Swimming can be a fun activity for kids, and with Florida’s warm weather, it can be a great way to cool down. But with drowning listed as the top cause of death for children between ages 1 and 4, swimming lessons are key to reducing the risk of tragedy. 

Considering the role that dietary fiber play in our lives, it’s easy to understand why most Americans don’t spend a lot of time talking about it. In a nutshell, these indigestible carbohydrates are responsible for bulking up the size and weight of our stool, making it easier for the body to eliminate waste. That makes it a key part of a healthy diet – and something that has other unexpected health benefits. 

Cancer is a disease of aging: The older you get, the more likely you are to have some form of cancer. For a long time, it was considered not only a serious diagnosis, but a deadly one. However, over the past few decades, the rates of those who die as a result of cancer have dropped significantly. Survival statistics are extraordinarily better, shifting from acute patient hospitalization to a chronic outpatient disease.

Whether it’s a sunburn, a bee sting or something more serious, having a well-stocked beach bag means your family will be prepared for whatever the day throws at you. 

Even if you’re an elite athlete in perfect health, your heart works harder and is more vulnerable on hot, humid days. For people with a history of heart problems, the risk is much greater. 

By the age of 20, men should start seeing their doctor for regular medical checkups. Of course, this doesn’t always happen. In fact, studies have shown that men tend to visit the doctor less than women by a considerable amount. Whatever your reason is for avoiding the doctor’s office, wait no more! Your body is irreplaceable and keeping it in tiptop shape is up to you.