by erlangerhealth | Mar 21, 2017 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Some days, it seems like everywhere you turn, someone’s talking about superfoods. But what’s the real story? Are these foods worth the hype? “Superfoods” earned their name because they contain high doses of things that are good for you, including vitamins, minerals...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 15, 2017 | Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
You know you’re supposed to exercise regularly. But did you know that just logging minutes on the treadmill won’t do it? You need a combination of exercises to be at your best. The U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (DPHP) recommends that American...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 14, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
It may be one of the hardest decisions parents make: When should you keep your kids home from school? How sick is sick enough? If you face these questions a few times a year, you aren’t alone. In fact, a poll from the University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 6, 2017 | Back Pain, Back, Bone & Joint Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Oh, my aching back! We’ve all been there — when it hurts to stand up after a long day at work. What can you do to reduce the ache? Most of the time, you can take basic steps to eliminate or reduce back pain. But occasionally, the pain may not go away, and the...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 4, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Erlanger East, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
You visit the doctor when you have a sore throat and take your son to the pediatrician when he suffers a playground injury. But visiting a primary care physician when you’re well is just as vital to your health. Why are wellness visits important? 1. Regular wellness...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 25, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
When you think of bacteria, you probably think of the bad kind — those pesky germs that bring illness. But not all bacteria are bad. In fact, your gut is filled with what we’ll call “good” bacteria. This type of bacteria helps protect your body against harmful,...
