March 2023
Preventing Disease
5 things to know about lower urinary tract symptoms
More than half of middle-aged and older adults have lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). That can include urinary leakage, urgency, and frequent visits to the bathroom, day or night. Others experience recurrent urinary tract infections or painful kidney stones. Here’s what to know about keeping your urinary tract in shape.
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Quick Studies
A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more.
The Healthy Cook's fried rice
Tex-Mex Fried Rice
Getting takeout from an Asian restaurant that offers brown rice? Order a few extra containers and put them in the fridge. The next day, the rice will be dry, firm, and unsticky enough to stir-fry. Ta-da! You’ve got the perfect starter for a fried rice adventure. Try this Tex-Mex Fried Rice, or go with Thai or Malay-inspired.