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From The Blog
Cash in on the health benefits of corn
Many of us have great summer memories surrounding sweet corn. In the Midwest, when sweet corn is ready, our meals take on a different look as ears of corn make their way to our plates. But there’s more to corn than just the version on the cob.
Back to school: Tips to help students adjust
With fall just around the corner, back-to-school season is quickly approaching. This can be an exciting time as it’s one step closer to graduation, college or joining the workforce. It’s also a time for new beginnings.
Let's talk low libido
As a family medicine physician, I understand how low libido and sexual issues can be an uncomfortable topic for patients to discuss. These are common problems that affect adults everywhere, yet many of the patients I see have never been asked about their sexual health.
Is urine incontinence normal for women?
Although urine incontinence, or the involuntary leakage of urine, is a common symptom that affects 1 in 4 women, it's not normal. Learn about evaluation and treatment options.
Q&A: The science behind weird body reactions
Ever wonder why your fingers wrinkle in water? Our bodies do some rather strange and unusual things. Find out science behind them.
Boost long-term health with balance training
If you participate in regular cardio exercise or weight training, you may think you're reaching every component of fitness, but have you thought about balance training?
Can children develop Type 2 diabetes?
Over the past 15 years, Type 2 diabetes has been on the rise, especially in children. Get the risk factors, and learn steps to take to prevent your child from developing it.
