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 14, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Each year, around 3,500 babies die of a sleep-related cause. While the number is staggering, safe sleep practices can help keep your baby safe and limit the risk. There are a couple different terms used to describe when a baby dies of an unknown cause. The overarching...
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...
Published on Oct 8, 2019 | Breast Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Maybe you’ve known someone who was diagnosed with breast cancer after finding a lump. But while a lump in the breast tissue is the most well-known of breast cancer changes, it’s not the only change. In fact, in many cases, lumps are too small or under enough breast...
Published on Oct 8, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Apple-Cinnamon Fruit Bars Ingredients Crust 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds or hazelnuts) or old-fashioned rolled oats, divided ¾ cup whole-wheat pastry flour (see Tip) ¾ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup sugar ½ teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons cold unsalted...
Published on Sep 30, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
It is possible to reach the feeling of satiety without being bogged down by feeling full. Think of satiety as the feeling that the body is satisfied that nutrition goals are met. People tend to mix up the different sensations of fullness and satiety that result from...
