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No, It’s Not Just Sugary Food That’s Responsible for Poor Oral Health in America’s Children, Especially in Appalachia
By Daniel W. McNeil and Mary L. Marazita Children

No, It’s Not Just Sugary Food That’s Responsible for Poor Oral Health in America’s Children, Especially in Appalachia

Brushing your teeth is essential for maintaining optimal oral health, but like most aspects of health, the full story is more complicated. As directors of the Center for Oral Health Research in Appalachia, we know firsthand that inequalities exist when it comes to oral health, including in children. Some people or groups have considerably more […]

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Everyday Habits That Suppress Your Immune System
Medically Reviewed by Patty Weasler, RN Your Health

Everyday Habits That Suppress Your Immune System

Your immune system plays an important role in protecting your body from harmful germs, substances, and cell changes that can make you sick. This is why you must take care of it. Follow along as we take a look at 11 everyday habits that may be suppressing your immune system.

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Simple Carbohydrates vs. Complex Carbohydrates: What’s the Difference?
Medically Reviewed by Julie Ching, MS, RDN, CDE Diet and Nutrition News & Advice

Simple Carbohydrates vs. Complex Carbohydrates: What’s the Difference?

Carbohydrates are a fundamental component of the modern diet. While some keep you energized and satiated, others can cause unwanted energy crashes and unhelpful cravings. Let’s explore the difference between simple and complex carbs!

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Why Kids Shouldn’t Eat Added Sugar Before They Turn Two, According to a Nutritional Epidemiologist
By Lisa Bodnar Your Health

Why Kids Shouldn’t Eat Added Sugar Before They Turn Two, According to a Nutritional Epidemiologist

I remember a decade ago sitting in front of my 9-month-old daughter, who was in her high chair, and trying to spoon-feed her a pureed green vegetable. It didn’t matter if it was peas, green beans or something else, because the outcome was the same: I spooned it into her mouth, and it came right […]

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