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The 5 top disease-related concerns for children

We asked Dr. Andrew Bonwit, a pediatrician who specializes in pediatric infectious diseases, to list the five top disease-related concerns for children and tell us just how worried we should be.

Açaí berry: Quick and nutritious

It’s hard to turn a corner without running into a product or advertisement touting the amazing benefits of the açaí berry. Pronounced ah-sigh-ee, the berry itself has been around thousands of years.

Why save that muscle as you age?

As many as 50 percent of people over the age of 60 suffer from some level of muscle loss – to the point that it is affecting their health. And while the end result can be as serious as osteoporosis (bone loss), most people aren’t even aware that they have it.

Get fit with Kettlebells

Up until recent years, Kettlebells couldn’t be found outside of the sweaty confines of a typical “musclehead” gym. Today, Kettlebells can be found in every color of the rainbow at nearly every fitness facility in Chicago.

Keep your skin looking young and healthy

There are many things that can be controlled in life, but aging is not one of them. It’s a natural process that everyone will go through and it cannot be stopped. However, there are healthy choices and habits that can be adopted to help you look and feel much younger than your years.

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Spinal decompression: For back pain relief
Americans spend approximately $50 billion a year on treatments, surgeries and remedies for lower back…

Now is the time to enter a Holistic career
It appears that Americans are turning to alternative forms of treatment because they are realizing that…

Chiropractic care: What to know before you go
According to the National Institutes of Health Web site, every year, millions of Americans receive chiropractic…

Gluten-free and happy!
Gluten-intolerance or celiac disease is a common genetic disorder that affects people world-wide.

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Bison: The better red

Despite those carnivorous cravings that hit when we detect the unmistakable aroma of juicy steaks cooking on the grill, we’ve all likely heard the arguments for cutting back on red meat that give us cause for pause.

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Motherhood

How to find the best mental health care for your child

Our society has made good headway in changing the stigma associated with mental health issues

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Stress Less

Job stress: Everybody has it at one point

We have all been there, stressed out by a coworker or boss, feeling constant anxiety over meeting deadlines, and under an enormous amount of pressure to perform 100 percent all day, everyday. These feeling of angst are associated with what is called job stress.

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Do you have more than just the winter blues?

For those suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), winter brings with it more than the occasional bout of the winter blues.

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Total Fitness

Kick off a new exercise routine

The whirlwind holiday season leaves many of us feeling heavy and stale, making the New Year the most popular time to start a new exercise routine. Some of Chicagoland’s best personal trainers offer a few tips to help you execute your new fitness plan.

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Healthy winter living

Healthy winter living should not be an elusive pursuit. With a little creativity, you can enjoy all that the season has to offer.

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