8 ways to increase the health benefits of walking
Aubrey Schmissrauter, an employee wellbeing specialist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the health benefits of walking and how you can get the most out this activity.
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6 health benefits of watermelon + how to pick a good one
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the health benefits of this superfood and how to pick out a winner.
What you need to know about postpartum anxiety and OCD
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Edwin Thorpe, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn how these conditions can affect new mothers.
Why you need to know about ALS
Dr. Cristin Trecroce, a physician and medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says the more people know about ALS, the more support they can offer to efforts to find a cure.
How to set boundaries with difficult family members
Jennifer Pastusic, a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral health clinical case manager with BlueCare Tennessee, says with family members, we tend to be more forgiving of behaviors we wouldn’t normally tolerate.
How to use healthy marinades for cooking on the grill
Ashley Kiser, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says many store-bought marinades are pretty unhealthy.
7 ways to help increase your child’s wellness
Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says you can nurture your child’s wellness by taking some small steps every day.
Limiting screen time isn’t just for kids
Dr. Deborah Gatlin, a child psychiatrist and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides strategies to enjoy the benefits of screen time without taking it too far.
7 health screenings every male needs and when to get them
Dr. Bertram Prosser, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says screenings are important because they’re about prevention and early detection so those with a diagnosis can be treated more easily.
Is honey a healthy substitute for sugar?
Karen Lawson, a registered dietitian and case manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says honey is an excellent sweetener when kept in balance with a healthy diet.