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Diet and Nutrition; Digestive; Pediatrics

7 common causes of pediatric GI bleeding, plus treatment information

Finding blood in your child's stool is scary, especially if the child is too young to describe how they feel. In this MedBlog, pediatric gastroenterologist Bradley Barth, M.D., M.P.H., discusses seven common, treatable conditions that cause GI bleeding, plus treatment information.

Diet and Nutrition; Heart; Prevention

Focusing on 10,000 steps a day could be a misstep

Many patients think 10,000 steps per day is a magic number for their health, but Lifestyle Medicine expert Bethany Agusala, M.D., says any significant increase in steps can be beneficial for our health.

Diet and Nutrition

5 signs you’ve chosen the right multivitamin

Check these five guidelines before you buy a multivitamin. Learn what a good multivitamin can – and cannot – provide.

Diet and Nutrition; Men's Health; Prevention; Women's Health

7 diet tips to prevent kidney stones

Diet can make a big difference in preventing kidney stones. Megan Bollner, M.P.A.S., PA-C, discusses six diet changes to help reduce the risk of kidney stones.

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Diet and Nutrition

Summer Veggie and Pesto Pasta Salad

Check out this summer veggie and pesto pasta salad that's perfect for picnics.