Sleep essential to good heart health
Dr. Andrew Vernon, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says, “People don’t often connect sleep to heart health, but they’re definitely related.”
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10 tips to help you to stop smoking
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says quitting smoking requires mental, emotional, and physical commitment.
Health literacy 101 + 5 ways you can help yourself
Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, explains what you need to know about health literacy and how it affects you.
Antioxidants 102: Free radicals, oxidative stress & inflammation (plus 5 tips for fighting them)
Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says there are certain foods you can eat to boost your antioxidant levels, such as squash, citrus, fish and crab.
Complete guide to milk: Lactose intolerance, dairy allergies, nut milks & more
“Today’s milk aisle is amazing, but it’s also overwhelming!” says Erica Fleming, registered dietitian at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
3 reasons everyone needs a primary care provider (plus 5 steps to find the right one)
Studies show that people who have primary care providers live longer, healthier lives. They also tend to be happier with their health care overall.
Why children need routines + 4 tips for getting your kids into a good routine
Dr. Deborah Gatlin says getting kids into a routine doesn’t have to be difficult — if you work on building good habits over time.
Are children getting enough physical activity?
Dr. Audrey Atkins addresses a concerning trend; why parents should encourage kids to play, be active
Death anxiety 101: Why don’t we talk about death? Plus 4 ways to live a death-positive life
Sherry Campbell, founder of Welcome Home of Chattanooga, a sanctuary for people facing critical illness, says fear of death is natural, but denial, anxiety and avoidance are not.
Is peer pressure always negative? The science of peer pressure + 5 tips to overcome it
Dr. Deborah Gatlin, medical director and child psychiatrist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains peer pressure, peer influence and peer presence.