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Weight Management during PregnancyVideos

Dr. Joanna Bedell, Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Baptist Health South Florida, says the average weight that a woman gains when it is one baby is about 25 to 30 if you are already starting at a normal weight. “For …

What are the best ways to lose “belly fat”?Ask Hanna

Last article we looked at the use of the Body Mass Index (BMI) and waist circumference measurement in assessing obesity. Frequently, people are bothered by the presence of visible (subcutaneous) abdominal fat and don’t consider the dangerous health consequences of …

What are the 7 Healthy Habits for heart care?Ask Hanna

A while back, the Occupy Movement voiced its concern for the 99% of Americans who were not among the top 1% of income earners. There is another 99% (or 98.8% to be exact), however, who may be in a considerably …

When is Gastric Bypass surgery a good option?Ask Hanna

Regular readers of eDoc’s Health Tips have learned that sensible eating habits and maintenance of ideal weight are important keys to staying healthy. There are instances, however, that in spite of best intentions, weight loss becomes an unachievable goal. In …

How does an iron deficiency affect someone?Ask Hanna

Iron is an important building block for red blood cells. When the body lacks adequate amounts of iron, red blood cells become smaller and are produced in inadequate numbers. This results in decreased hemoglobin levels, the protein that transports oxygen …

What is the DASH Eating Plan?Ask Hanna