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Jacks: do your homework;  a guide to health insurance for families

Jacks: do your homework; a guide to health insurance for families

Dr Tim Jacks By Dr. Tim Jacks | Pediatrician at Gilbert Pediatrics Open enrollment for the 2023 benefit year is now upon us, giving many people the opportunity to assess their health care options for the year ahead. It’s not a simple process for anyone. Those on employer-provided benefits are likely looking at multiple health …

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What is MyPlate?  Few Americans know or heed America's Nutrition Guide

What is MyPlate? Few Americans know or heed America’s Nutrition Guide

Here’s a quick quiz: What replaced the Food Pyramid, the government’s guide to healthy eating that lasted nearly 20 years? If you’re confused, you’re not alone. More than a decade after Department of Agriculture officials abandoned the pyramid, few Americans have heard of MyPlate, a plate-shaped logo that emphasizes fruits and vegetables. Only about 25% …

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North Dakota lawmakers want experts to guide plan for new state hospital

North Dakota lawmakers want experts to guide plan for new state hospital

BISMARCK — Lawmakers studying how to close gaps in North Dakota’s mental health system want to consult with expert architects to help plan a new state hospital incorporating cutting-edge technology and design. There is broad consensus among officials that North Dakota’s aging state hospital needs to be replaced with a more modern and efficient building. …

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A sample plate of the food icon MyPlate, is unveiled at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, June 2, 2011. A new study finds that few Americans have heard of MyPlate.

My plate? Few Americans know or heed America’s Nutrition Guide

A sample plate of food icon MyPlate, is unveiled at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, June 2, 2011. Few Americans have heard of MyPlate, new research reveals. (Susan Walsh, Associated Press) Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutes WASHINGTON — Here’s a little quiz: what replaced the food pyramid, the government’s guide to healthy eating …

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My plate?  Few Americans know or heed America's Nutrition Guide

My plate? Few Americans know or heed America’s Nutrition Guide

Here’s a quick quiz: What replaced the Food Pyramid, the government’s guide to healthy eating that lasted nearly 20 years? If you’re confused, you’re not alone. More than a decade after Department of Agriculture officials abandoned the pyramid, few Americans have heard of MyPlate, a plate-shaped logo that emphasizes fruits and vegetables. Only around 25% …

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My plate?  Few Americans know or heed America's Nutrition Guide

My plate? Few Americans know or heed America’s Nutrition Guide

Here’s a quick quiz: What replaced the Food Pyramid, the government’s guide to healthy eating that lasted nearly 20 years? If you’re confused, you’re not alone. More than a decade after Department of Agriculture officials abandoned the pyramid, few Americans have heard of MyPlate, a plate-shaped logo that emphasizes fruits and vegetables. Only about 25% …

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How long should you rest between sets?  Hypertrophy, Strength and Power Guide |  BOXROX

How long should you rest between sets? Hypertrophy, Strength and Power Guide | BOXROX

Have you ever wondered how long you should rest between sets? Here is an objective answer to that. Building muscle is a science. There are so many variables when it comes to hypertrophy that it’s hard to explain how to do one thing over another. The truth is that every human being is unique and …

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How To Become A Nurse Practitioner: A Step-By-Step Guide

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner: A Step-by-Step Guide

Editorial Note: We earn a commission on partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect the opinions or ratings of our editors. If you want a rewarding career in healthcare without spending a decade of your training to become a doctor, you might consider working as a nurse practitioner (NP). These advanced practice nurses …

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