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Fitness and Nutrition
Learn how to stay healthy by eating well and getting regular exercise from the experts at Duke Health.
Controlling Liver Disease with Extreme Lifestyle Changes
Jim Leak dramatically changed his sedentary lifestyle with the help of Duke Health and Fitness Center staff after being diagnosed with a serious liver disease ...
Put a Healthy Spin on School Lunch
The start of the school year is a great time to give a second thought to your kids’ lunches.
5 Tricks to Lighten Holiday Eating
Lighten your load, trim the guilt and savor the magic of the season.
Kids Make Healthy Choices When Parents Model the Behavior
Kids whose moms encourage them to eat well and exercise, and model those behaviors themselves, are more likely to be active and healthy eaters, according to Du ...
Avoid Weight Gain as Your Family Grows
One of the not-so-joyful aspects of parenthood is weight gain. And the pounds add up with each addition to the family. According to Duke Health researchers, ea ...
Take a Stand: Why Sitting Too Much is Bad for your Health
Do you sit too much? Many parents do. Whether you’re sitting on the sidelines while your kids enjoy playtime, or spending your workday sitting at your desk, re ...
Can You Lose Weight While You Sleep?
Late-night munchies can wreck havoc on your diet plans so the next time they strike, hit the sack instead. The more sleep you get, the less likely you are to s ...
Myth or Fact: Should You Wait to Swim After Eating?
You probably recall being told to wait at least 30 minutes after eating before getting back in the pool. Apparently, that's not the case.
The Sweet 'n Low-Down on Artificial Sweeteners
Little blue, yellow, and pink packets on the table -- which one should you choose?