Published on Nov 13, 2019 | Stay Well
Let’s talk about APPs. No, not that kind — we’re not talking about the handy tools on your phone or the first course at dinner. Let’s talk about advanced practice providers and how they can benefit your health. You may not be familiar with the name, but you may...
Published on Nov 11, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Vegetarian chili Ingredients 2 cups diced onion 1 cup diced celery 1 cup diced bell pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons water 2 Fresno peppers, diced 2 quarts crushed tomatoes (no salt added) 2 cups cooked pinto beans (no salt added; if canned, rinse under...
Published on Nov 4, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Stay Well, Women's Health
Would it surprise you to learn that the United States’ rate of premature birth is higher than that of most high-income countries? One in 10 American babies are born too soon, accounting for about 380,000 births each year. According to the March of Dimes, a premature...
Published on Oct 30, 2019 | Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
When you think about eating at different ages, your metabolism may be the first thing that comes to mind. And it’s true, metabolism does change as we get older. But so do nutritional needs, which is why senior nutrition deserves some extra attention. It’s logical if...
Published on Oct 22, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
In some places, the arrival of fall brings cold — and fewer opportunities to head outdoors. Not so in the south, though! There are plenty of fall activities to get you and the family out and active. Here in Tennessee, we’re used to seeing hot temperatures all the way...
Published on Oct 9, 2019 by John Heise, MD, and Matthew Kreth, MD | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Vaping is often considered a “safer” alternative to cigarette smoking. But is it really? We’re breaking down some facts in this blog. Smoking is the single most preventable cause of death, killing 7 million people worldwide each year. Because of that, there has been...
