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Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a ratio of a person’s weight and height and weight, and does not directly measure a person’s health status, muscle, bone, body fat, or body water. … read more

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Begin with Breakfast

Even though it can be hard to make time for breakfast when you’re rushing to school in the morning, there are many benefits to eating a healthy breakfast. Eating breakfast … read more

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dietary supplementsFolic Acid

Why is folic acid so important? Your body needs folic acid to make new cells every day. This is especially important during growth spurts and pregnancy. What is the difference … read more

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Healthy Snacks

Snacks are a great way to keep your energy levels up throughout the day. Eating healthy snacks between meals will help ensure you aren’t going too many hours without fuel. … read more

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Milk Allergy

Many people may think they are allergic to milk, but in reality, only 1-3% of infants are actually born with a milk allergy, and most outgrow it by the time … read more

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High Cholesterol

As with many aspects of health, your cholesterol can be impacted by your diet. Levels of physical activity and genetics also play a role in your cholesterol levels. While you … read more

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Energy Drinks

Many drinks at convenience stores and supermarkets claim to give you energy. Common brands of these drinks, known as energy drinks and energy supplements, include Red Bull®, Full Throttle®, Monster®, … read more

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