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Should I eat back my exercise calories?

By Marisa Pruitt, RD, Gundersen Nutrition Therapy Your calorie tracking app says yes, find out if you should. Before you eat back your exercise calories, consider the three downsides of
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Is my earwax normal?

If you routinely clean your ears with cotton-tipped swabs, listen up. Many people believe earwax, or cerumen, is a sign of poor hygiene when, in fact, it serves an important
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Is wearing a face mask causing your acne?

Beat 'maskne' with these tips Is it stress? The changing seasons? Your new foundation? If you're wondering what may be causing more pimples than usual to pop up around your
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Beware of added sugar

A diet high in sugars has been linked to obesity, diabetes, heart disease and even cancer. Learn how to identify added sugars and limit the amount you consume. How much
Curry Kale Chips recipe
Crispy curry kale chips recipe

Makes 4 servings Ingredients 6 medium to large kale leaves⅛ tsp. salt½ tsp. curry powder4 tsp. olive oil Preparation Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Clean kale leaves and pat
The MIND diet
The MIND diet

By Halley Molstad, CD, RD, Gundersen Nutrition Therapy Find Healthy Recipes It is well established that following the Mediterranean Diet or DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet can lead
Emotional and mental well-being checklist
Emotional and mental well-being checklist

Gundersen Health System cares about your mental health, including your emotional, psychological and social well-being. Mental health impacts how you think, feel, act and handle stress. There are several factors
Signs and symptoms of a stroke
Signs and symptoms that signal a stroke

During a stroke, every minute counts. Fast treatment can lessen brain damage. By knowing the signs and symptoms of a stroke, you can take quick action and perhaps save a
Easy lunch recipes for your kids
Lunch ideas your kids will love

By Rebecca Stetzer, RD, Gundersen Nutrition Therapy Find Healthy Recipes Are your kids tired of eating sandwiches every day for lunch? You can add variety to their lunch bag without
Health and nutritional benefits of pumpkins
Health and nutritional benefits of pumpkins

By Nancy Ernst, CD, CDE, RD, Gundersen Nutrition Therapy Find Healthy Recipes Fall is a great season to enjoy the colors of the trees and the peak colors of fall
How healthy is a high fiber diet
How healthy is a high fiber diet?

By Nancy Ernst, CD, CDE, RD, Gundersen Nutrition Therapy Find Healthy Recipes Dietary fiber is important for health and disease prevention. It can help regulate bowels and decrease the risk
5 signs you should see a doctor for dry eye
5 signs you should see a doctor for dry eye

Are your eyes frequently dry? Do you struggle with frustrating symptoms or changes in your vision? Dry eye can be caused by many factors, such as a side effect of
high fiber smoothie bowl recipe
High-fiber smoothie bowl recipe

Ingredients Makes 2 servings1/2 cup blueberries (frozen)½ cup raspberries (frozen)½ banana (small, sliced and frozen)½ cup milk (nut or low-fat dairy)½ cup nonfat greek yogurt2 Tbsp chia seedsToppings: Choice of
Caregiver self-care
To provide care, practice self-care first

Caregiving for a parent, spouse or loved one is rewarding and fulfilling. It’s also challenging and stressful. You may find yourself physically and mentally exhausted, teetering on the edge of
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Primary care providers: Your questions answered

There are many reasons you may be looking for a primary care provider (PCP). Perhaps, your insurance changed, your longtime doctor retired, or you've added a new member to your
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Classes & Resources

Programs offer support for those looking at quitting tobacco. For more information contact the Office of Population Health, (608) 775-5442, or (800) 362-9567, ext. 55442 or email [email protected] What's new
tobacco is changing - how to talk to your teenager
Tobacco is changing

Cigarette use may be dropping among young users, but other tobacco products are increasing in popularity and are just as dangerous. New items on the market come in a variety
why losing a few pounds can make a big difference on your joints
Why losing a few pounds can make a big difference on your joints

The key to limiting knee and hip pain – other than having a joint replacement? Two words, according to Tom Dudley, MD, Ph.D., orthopedic surgeon. Weight loss. And he's not
How to raise an intuitive eater
How to raise an intuitive eater

By Rebecca Stetzer, RD, Gundersen Nutrition Therapy Find Healthy Recipes Back to school preparations are underway! While you're checking off items on school supplies lists and shopping for clothes for
Mediterranean turkey burger recipe
Mediterranean turkey burger recipe

Makes 4 servings. Ingredients 1 lb. lean ground turkey¼ cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs4 oz. crumbled feta cheese1 ½ cups spinach, chopped finely1 tsp. minced garlic Preparation Combine ingredients in a

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