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  • Bowl filled with soup containing barley, rice, potatoes, lima beans and carrots
    Recipes

    Recipe for Vegetable Barley and Brown Rice Soup

    This vegetable soup combines the splendidly chewy, brown rice–like taste of barley with tomatoes, carrots, lima beans (another sadly misjudged food), celery, and peas for a garden of tastes and...

  • A young family sits down at the table to eat lunch
    Health Care

    Behind the Blood Test: Uncover Food Allergies

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    Adults can get food allergies, too. Understanding their causes, warning signs, testing and treatment can spare you a potentially life-threatening attack.

  • Two women hug at a breast cancer walk.
    Health Care

    Up to 600,000 Lives Saved by Mammograms

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    Mammograms have saved up to 600,000 American lives in the past 30 years. Even so, only about half of women get regular mammograms. Here’s why that should change.

  • A young woman rubs her neck as she talks to a nurse
    Health Care

    Back Pain and Depression: What's the Connection?

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    Back pain is a common symptom of depression. Addressing both at the same time could be your key to physical and mental relief.

  • A woman using her computer at home
    Health Care

    Can I Injure My Back While Sitting?

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    Sitting places more stress on the spine than you might think. Proper posture could be key to alleviating your pain.

  • A group of seniors doing a yoga session
    Health Care

    Maintain a Healthy Spine as You Age

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    While aches and pains are a natural part of aging, regular exercise and a healthy routine can help keep your spine feeling good.

  • A father adjusts his child's backpack.
    Family and Friends

    Protecting Your Child’s Spine

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    Regular exercise, injury prevention, sensible footwear, strong core muscles and a positive attitude are all keys to keeping kids and teens on track for a healthy future.

  • A man stretches his lower back after a workout.
    Health Care

    A Step Towards Supporting Spine and Joint Health

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    Choosing appropriate footwear is important for optimal spine and joint health.

  • A joyful couple takes a ride on a scooter.
    Health Care

    Avoid Back Pain on Your Road Trip

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    Back pain can get in the way of a fun family trip. These tips and tricks can help you stay comfortable and present while you make memories that’ll last a lifetime.