Articles for Tag: "Advocate Medical Group"

Can healthy food boost your mood? 
Can healthy food boost your mood?
Experts say it’s possible to eat your way to a healthier and happier you. Check out these foods that are good for your mind and body.
Your child’s weight: The real normal 
Your child’s weight: The real normal
Experts say some parents may have a blind spot when it comes to assessing whether their children are overweight. Find out why.
If Dr. Oz said it, should you do it? 
If Dr. Oz said it, should you do it?
Advocate Medical Group’s Dr. Prentiss Taylor explains why it’s important to check with your physician first, even if the advice comes from Dr. Oz.
1 in 3 Americans self-diagnose online 
1 in 3 Americans self-diagnose online
Find out which group of Americans tend to self-diagnose online.
When is the right time to talk puberty with your kids?  Featured
When is the right time to talk puberty with your kids?
Figuring out when to discuss the birds and the bees with your kids can be daunting for some parents. Find out when experts say the time is right and how to spot the signs of early development.
Why some people engage in ‘doctor shopping’ 
Why some people engage in ‘doctor shopping’
New research shows that a growing number of obese patients are “doctor shopping” in hopes of finding an understanding physician.
Hearing loss a new threat for obese adolescents, study finds 
Hearing loss a new threat for obese adolescents, study finds
Health threats from obesity are widely known but now a new problem may be affecting obese teens. Learn more.