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Bring Your Energy Levels to the Forefront in the Morning | Chattanooga, TN Walk-In Clinic

When you lack energy in the morning, your entire day suffers, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to help you increase your energy level first thing in the morning with these tips. Get Up Feeling Energized How many of you have been there? When you start the day off dragging, your entire day seems to go that way, as well. In addition, your productivity is not where it should be ...

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3 Ways to Prevent the Flu | AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga

fbq(‘track’, ‘ViewContentChattanooga’); fbq('track', 'ViewContentFlu'); AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga realizes how hard our area has been hit by the flu, which is why we want to help prevent as many flu cases as possible! Tackle the Flu Before It Tackles You Of course, the flu vaccine is the main fighter against the flu. However, there are many other steps one can take to help ward off the flu this year, such as: Wash your ...

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Every Heartbeat Belongs to You

Every heartbeat bears your name / Loud and clear they stake my claim / My red blood runs true blue / And every heartbeat belongs to you! Maybe Amy Grant had the right idea—every heartbeat does belong to us. So why aren’t we living a lifestyle that promotes a healthy heart? Starting today, do everything you can to improve your heart health. Your Daily “To-do” List for Your Heart You can start by paying attention to ...

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Why Get a Workout Buddy?

Have you ever had one of those lazy days? You know the days—you sit at home, watch tv and dream of being able to find the motivation to get up off the couch, go outside and accomplish something. Well, workout buddies can help with days like those. You see, everyone has days where they lack the motivation to meet their goals, but there is strength in numbers. Here are three reasons you should have ...

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Why Lose Weight?

A good job, 2.5 children, a white picket fence, and finding a diet that actually works—these are all familiar parts of the American dream. No matter who you are, or how good of shape you’re actually in, everyone has spent time wondering how they can slim down for summer. Now, losing weight for the sake of it isn’t advisable, but oftentimes weight loss comes with health benefits, especially if you are ...

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Why Drink More Water?

We all know that hydration is a vital part of our general health, but do you know why exactly it’s so important to drink your fair share of water? What is it about being hydrated that makes it the focus of advice, public health campaigns, and doctor recommendations? How much water are you currently drinking? Studies show that it isn’t enough. So sit down, pull your laptop close, and get ready to learn ...

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Staying Safe During Summer Activities

School is finally out, your kids are running around outside playing, and the heat is upon us. Although summer is an excellent time in the health of your child, due to the increased physical activity that great weather and empty days provide, it still is important to keep safety in mind. So, what things should you and your child keep in mind while they try to score the winning goal in their neighborhood soccer game ...

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Healthy Plans for Each Meal

No matter what meal you are eating in your day, there are definite advantages to that meal being a healthy meal. You may have heard “eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper,” but we’re here to tell you that you can eat well each meal and be satisfied—the two are not mutually exclusive. So, how exactly can you eat a great meal and still have enough ...

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