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It is sore throat season, and because a sore throat is often viral, you often have to just wait it out. There are foods though that can soothe while you wait the 7-10 days. Things like honey and lemon, blueberry-bananna smooties, and scrambled eggs all help for different reasons. Also, cloves are anti-fungal and also have anesthetic properties. They can provide relief from the scratchiness and pain instantly. Add cloves to your tea. Brought to you by:  Welloh gives you the tools you need to make smarter choices about medical care. Find the right healthcare, like urgent care centers, anywhere you are - go to www.mywelloh.com or download the app now!
Between 6 and 7 million Americans have had flu so far this season, the CDC reports. Between 69,000 and 84,000 people have been hospitalized for flu-related illness. The states with high flu activity include: Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. The CDC says 19 children have died related to flu this season. The flu season is expected to last through March. Brought to you by:  Welloh gives you the tools you need to make smarter choices about medical care. Find the right healthcare, like urgent care centers, anywhere you are - go to www.mywelloh.com or download the app now!
A protein source linked to a great brain boost is fish -- rich in omega-3 fatty acids that are key for brain health. These healthy fats have amazing brain power: A diet with higher levels of them has been linked to lower dementia and stroke risks and slower mental decline; plus, they may play a vital role in enhancing memory, especially as we get older. For brain and heart health, eat two servings of fish weekly. Brought to you by:  Welloh gives you the tools you need to make smarter choices about medical care. Find the right healthcare, like urgent care centers, anywhere you are - go to www.mywelloh.com or download the app now!
Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. They are also a great source of vitamin C, potassium, folate and vitamin K. Brought to you by:  Welloh gives you the tools you need to make smarter choices about medical care. Find the right healthcare, like urgent care centers, anywhere you are - go to www.mywelloh.com or download the app now!
It's the holiday season and a time of giving. Don't give back all the health gains you've made this year, though. Here are three important elements to staying healthy during this time of gatherings with friends and families: 1) Don't skip meals - this will prevent gorging yourself. 2) Eat small portions - you don't need to deny yourself much during this time of celebration. Just serve yourself small, taster size portions. 3) Keep moving - After a meal take a walk catch up with friends and family. Brought to you by:  Welloh gives you the tools you need to make smarter choices about medical care. Find the right healthcare, like urgent care centers, anywhere you are - go to www.mywelloh.com or download the app now!
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