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Be Well - Do Fad Diets Work? Dangers of Fad Diets for Weight Loss - DigIn 23 Jan
Do Fad Diets Work? Dangers of Fad Diets for Weight Loss
Author: be well™ with Big Y® Registered Dietitian Team
Here’s the secret to weight loss, once and for all! … more
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Big Y Pharmacy & Wellness Centers in CT & MA
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Baby Y - 5 Energizing Breakfasts to Try During Pregnancy
5 Energizing & On-the-Go Breakfasts
Do you find it hard to spend enough time making sure the most important meal of the day is well balanced with nourishing foods. Here are five … more
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Baby Y Balanced Nutrition for the Breastfeeding Mom
Balanced Nutrition for the Breastfeeding Mom
Breastfeeding has many benefits for both mom and baby. Human milk contains the perfect combination of nutrients … more
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Baby Y Preventing Iron Deficiency
Preventing Iron Deficiency
Feeling sluggish during pregnancy? You may need more iron.
Do you feel like you're more tired or light-headed than you used to be … more
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Baby Y Preventing SIDS
Preventing SIDS
As a parent, one of the scariest things to think about is SIDS, or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. SIDS is a sudden and silent medical disorder … more
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Baby Y Finding Answers about Neonatal Jaundice
Finding Answers about Neonatal Jaundice
If your baby's skin tone appears to be yellow or orange in color, you may be wondering if it is normal or something you … more
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Baby Y Know Your Numbers
Know Your Numbers:How Much to Gain During Pregnancy
Eating for two? While it might sound like the golden ticket to overindulge in extra snacks and larger … more
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Baby Y - Folate & Pregnancy
Folate & Pregnancy
Folate is a B vitamin that can be found naturally in foods. In its synthetic form, folic acid is added to fortified foods, as well as … more
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Baby Y - Does Your Baby Need Vitamin D?
Does Your Baby Need Vitamin D?
When baby is first born, the days ahead can be a whirlwind experience for parents. Between feedings, diaper changes, visits from … more
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Baby Y - Is it Safe to Drink Alcohol as a Nursing Mother?
Is it Safe to Drink Alcohol as a Nursing Mother?
While mothers are advised to avoid all alcohol during pregnancy because of severe risks to baby, they have more … more
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Baby’s First Bites: Is Baby-led Weaning Right for Your Little One?
Baby's First Bites: Is Baby-led Weaning Right for Your Little One?
How would you like to skip the phase of baby food jars and spoon feeding baby like it's a … more
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Baby Y - Tips for Going Plant-Based During Pregnancy
Tips for Going Plant-Based During Pregnancy
Going meatless? Rest assured, your needs can be met through a plant-based meal plan. Knowing the role certain … more
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Baby Y - Seasonal Allergies
Seasonal Allergies
Now that spring is in the air and the landscape is turning green, your little ones might be experiencing symptoms of seasonal allergies: … more
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Baby Y - Gardening Basics
Gardening Basics
When children help grow fruits and vegetables, research shows they are more likely to try a wider variety of produce and eat more than … more
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Baby Y - Tips for Teething
Tips for Teething
If your little one has started teething, you may be wondering how to soothe her – particularly after recent action from the Food and Drug … more
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Baby Y - Survival Tips for Eating Out
Survival Tips for Eating Out
During the busy summer season, eating out can be unavoidable at times. Whether going through the fast food drive-thru or … more
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Baby Y - How to Reduce Swelling During Pregnancy
How to Reduce Swelling During Pregnancy
When pregnant during the summer months, you may look down at the end of the day and notice puffiness in … more
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Baby Y - Introducing Cows Milk
Introducing Cows Milk
For the first 12 months of life, babies receive their primary source of nutrition through breastmilk and/or formula. After … more
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Baby Y - Staying Active as a Family
Staying Active as a Family
October is the month when so many enjoyable fall activities begin and the options for family fun are endless. With so … more
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Digin 22 Mar - Baby Y - Keeping Baby Healthy During Cold & Flu Season
Keeping Baby Healthy During Cold & Flu Season
Author: be well™ with Big Y® Registered Dietitian Team
The typical flu season lasts from October through May, so … more
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Baby Y - Tips for Staying Energized
Tips for Staying Energized through the Holidays
During pregnancy, you may experience nuisances like breathlessness; aching legs and back; … more
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Baby Y - Cravings During Pregnancy
Cravings During Pregnancy
Ever find yourself craving something sweet or salty during your pregnancy? It’s not uncommon for women to experience an … more
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What’s in Season This Summer?
What’s in Season This Summer?
Author: be well™ with Big Y® Registered Dietitian Team
When thinking about summer produce, you might automatically think about enjoying fresh … more