When it comes to brushing your teeth, just a little dab of toothpaste will do ya. “You do not need a lot of toothpaste when brushing,” says Allison Papp, a dental hygienist at Advanced Dental Concepts with offices in Crown Point. “Just a pea-sized amount is fine. “It’s more in the mechanical movement and proper … Read more
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
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
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
Fitness trends tend to come and go. But it probably didn’t take a declaration from the American College of Sports Medicine for most people to acknowledge exercise for weight management as an official trend for 2026. After all, dropping a few pounds or getting into a smaller size have long been the motivation for many … Read more
Patients don’t often walk into appointments asking about the federal dietary guidelines or visual tools including the food pyramid, UChicago Medicine registered dietitian Sarah Kolb said. Instead, many arrive with general nutrition messages they’ve picked up from friends, social media or the latest diet trends. Yet the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the most recent version … Read more
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
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
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
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