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You Can Lose Weight and Keep it Off With ‘Mindful Eating’

By Cleveland Clinic HealthHub
November 29, 2015
The benefit of mindful eating is that you can lose weight without starving or frustration from rebounding. And you can keep the weight off because you aren’t hopping on and off of this plan. It’s a way you can eat for the long run. ...
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Clinical Study for Common Colds in Children

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
October 26, 2015
Rapid Medical Research in Beachwood is seeking children to participate in a clinical research study on the common cold. They are accepting children ages 6-11. A free, study-related, medical evaluation will be provided for the child. ...
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Find Prenatal Classes Beyond Lamaze

By Denise Koeth
October 19, 2015
Today’s prenatal education goes way beyond the traditional. Northeast Ohio hospitals offer many options for learning about childbirth, labor techniques, breastfeeding and baby care. Here are some of the more unique classes to get everyone in the family ready for baby’s arrival. ...
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Help Protect Vision from Digital Devices

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 28, 2015
Smartphones and tablets are pocket-sized personal assistants with appointment reminders, news and a means of keeping in touch with family and friends. Living multi-screen lives may aide productivity, but eye health professionals are increasingly worried about the consequences of “digital vision.” ...
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Akron Area YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
September 21, 2015
The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program works to prevent new cases of Type 2 diabetes by helping people understand the condition. The Akron Area YMCA is joining Ys across the country in addressing the diabetes epidemic and working together to build awareness and offer support. ...
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Parent Tip of the Week: 7 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Heart-Healthy

By Akron Children's Hospital
September 13, 2015
Choices you make every day — about what you eat and how you stay active — play a major role in your heart health. Think your family could do better? Follow these seven easy ways to make your home a heart-healthy zone. ...
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Parent Tip of the Week: 7 Reasons to Start Your Day with Lemon Water

By Cleveland Clinic HealthHub
August 30, 2015
Even the smallest changes in your routine can have a big impact on your health. Take starting your day with lemon water, for instance. Discover seven reasons why you should consider adopting this super simple habit. ...
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Parent Tip of the Week: Do You Have a Stiff Neck? Try These Simple Remedies

By Cleveland Clinic HealthHub
August 13, 2015
With so many of us gazing into computers or staring down at our smart phones most of the day, it’s no wonder data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that nearly 20 percent of us have experienced neck pain within the past three months. Here are some ways to get relief. ...
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Experts Say Learning to Relax Helps with Weight Loss

By Wellness Team
June 10, 2015
Excess weight and high levels of stress contribute to lifestyle-related chronic disease. Here are some ways to manage stress — besides just clocking in time on the treadmill — to help with weight loss, but also to feel healthier overall. ...
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Try These 4 Dynamic Exercise Warm-Ups

By Akron Children's Hospital
June 5, 2015
Doing a functional warm-up instead of static stretching before exercise offers various benefits. Cleveland Clinic provides a video demonstration to give you a kick-start to a healthy workout routine. ...
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