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What are legumes, anyway?
Legumes are low in fat and high in fiber. Common legumes include beans, peas and lentils. Here are some tips for adding these nutritional powerhouses to your diet: 1. Add beans, peas or lentils to soups, stews, and casseroles. 2. Use pureed beans as the basis for dips and spreads. 3. Add chickpeas or black beans to salads. 4. Snack on a handful of soy nuts rather than on chips or crackers.
Weight-loss surgery: Is it an option for you?
Weight-loss surgery is one part of a treatment plan for weight loss. Learn about the criteria and what is expected of you.
Weight loss: Better to cut calories or exercise more?
Understand how calorie restriction and exercise help you meet weight goals.
Water retention: Are there natural diuretics?
Interested in natural diuretics for fluid retention and weight gain? You may be better off watching your diet.
Warfarin side effects: Watch for interactions
This common treatment for blood clots may cause concerning side effects. Know which medicines interact with warfarin and how to take the medicine safely.
Warfarin diet: What foods should I avoid?
Certain foods and drinks may affect how the blood thinner warfarin works. Know which foods and beverages are OK when you're taking the medicine.
Video: Vagus nerve stimulation
Watch how vagus nerve stimulation works.
Video: Using a metered dose asthma inhaler and spacer
Watch this video to see how to use a metered dose asthma inhaler and spacer.
Video: Tendon transfer to repair rotator cuff
A torn rotator cuff is sometimes repaired with a tendon from your back.
Video: Sleeve gastrectomy
Sleeve gastrectomy involves removing part of the stomach. The remaining section is formed into a tube. This tube can't hold as much food.
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