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Get Healthy: Carol Slager: Proper pairings when storing fruits and veggies can keep them fresher and tastier longer By Carol Slager, Times correspondent April 27, 2026 Understanding which fruits and vegetables store well together and which ones do not can help cut down on waste. It’s easy for me to spend a good amount of … Read more

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Get Healthy: Latest federal nutritional guidelines turn old recommendations upside down with pros and cons By Christine Bryant, Times correspondent April 15, 2026 The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the most recent version featuring the traditional food pyramid turned upside down, can help shape public health messaging and nutrition education. Sarah Kolb is a registered dietitian … Read more

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Get Healthy: Effective communication with your teen involves rapt attention, careful listening and no rush to judgment By Jane Ammeson, Times correspondent Apr 29, 2026 Slammed doors, eye rolls, pouting, arguments, tears, threats, derision and the silent treatment. These are barriers to open communications between teens and parents. Lori Alexander is a licensed mental health … Read more

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Mammograms remain top tool in early breast cancer detection By Dr. Raquel Gonzalez Heredia, Breast Surgeon, Powers Health Mar 30, 2026 Though about 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, outcomes are excellent with early detection and risk reduction, a Powers Health surgeon writes. Dr. Raquel Gonzalez Heredia is a board-certified, fellowship-trained … Read more

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Get Healthy: As with your body, it’s important to build up your mind By Mark Loehrke, Times correspondent Feb 23, 2026 The early part of every year’s calendar is a popular time for many people to focus on getting their bodies back in shape. Less common, are resolutions to build mental health and well-being. Tabitha … Read more

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Get Healthy: In advocating for vaccines, pediatricians point to benefits, address fears By Morgan McCabe, Times correspondent Mar 23, 2026 Recent federal guidance has upended the childhood immunization schedule. But local pediatricians are prepared to follow the more traditional American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations. Meredith Krogh is a family nurse practitioner with NorthShore Health in … Read more

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Get Healthy: Carol Slager: Orange cauliflower, broccolini and more make the veggie portion of your plate sing By Carol Slager, Times correspondent Mar 16, 2026 Orange, purple and green cauliflower and broccolini pack all the benefits of their traditional cousins while adding flare and flavor. Carol Slager suggests brightening your veggie choices with colored versions … Read more

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Get Healthy: Recovery techniques boost results by repairing tissue and restoring energy after working out By Carrie Steinweg, Times correspondent Mar 13, 2026 You put in your reps and think you’re done with your workout. Think again. Steph Maderas is owner and head coach of Revolution Fitness in Crown Point. Tony. V. Martin, The Times … Read more

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Get Healthy: Robust diagnostics, advanced therapies just the beginning in improved cancer survival rates By Christine Bryant, Times correspondent Mar 11, 2026 More patients are living long-term thanks to advances in screening, targeted therapies and coordinated care. Dr. Eduardo Braun is an oncologist/hematologist on staff at Powers Health and co-medical director of Powers Health Cancer … Read more

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Get Healthy: Hormone cortisol comes to rescue when body’s in great stress but high or low levels can pose challenges By Mark Loehrke, Times correspondent Apr 6, 2026 Cortisol, a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, exists mainly to support the body in times of severe physical stress. Dr. Amna Ijaz is an endocrinologist … Read more