10 facts about arthritis: symptoms, risk factors, treatments & more
Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, says arthritis is commonly seen in wrists, knees and ankles, but it can affect any joint.
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Egg FAQ + 5 ways to eat your way around the world with eggs
Reena Panjwani, registered dietitian-nutritionist, discusses eggs and shares ways to prepare them.
What is COPD? A guide to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease + 5 tips to manage it
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says you need to manage COPD proactively to avoid serious complications and lead a healthier life.”
How to check in on your mental health + 7 questions to ask yourself every day
Dr. Jill Amos, licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for assessing your mental health on a day-to-day basis.
The truth about food trends, vol. 2: Agave nectar, juice cleanses, coconut oil & more
Leslie Cornett, RDN at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, talks about agave nectar, juice cleanses, coconut water and more.
Guide to glands: Exploring how our bodies regulate oil, sweat, hormones & more
Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says glands help our bodies manage sleep, growth, mood — and so much more.
10 things you don’t know about your skin
“Skin is an organ in and of itself, and it’s the largest one we have,” says Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
4 tips for plant-based eating — and 20 plant-based proteins to try
Reena Panjwani, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says eating more plants is often good nutritional advice for many health conditions.
Immune system disorders 101: signs, causes & common questions
Dr. Susan Owensby, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains what happens when immune systems don’t work as they should.
10 facts to know about alcohol + how to gauge your alcohol use
Dr. Judith Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says our cultural acceptance of drinking makes it dangerous.