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Should I Try Intermittent Fasting?

Did you know? As research repeatedly shows that many people who diet regain the weight they lose, a new eating trend has come into fashion: intermittent fasting. In intermittent fasting, instead of counting calories or nutrients, you simply block out some hours or days not to eat at all. Intermittent fasting is thought to have positive metabolic effects, and in lab animals, it can increase lifespan. Intermittent fasting has become quite popular. But how does ...

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Why Do I Need a Flu Shot Every Year?

It may be hard to believe it as summer winds its way down, but the start of flu season will be here before you know it. To avoid that pesky—and potentially dangerous—seasonal illness, a flu shot is your best defense. But why do you need one each year? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants to shed some light on the topic. Why Is the Flu Shot an Annual Vaccine? You’re ...

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Signs of a Concussion After a Fall or Hit to the Head

With more sunlight, blooming plants, and comfortable temperatures, spring naturally draws people outdoors. It’s a season filled with activity: cheering on ...

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Spring Allergies vs. Sinus Infection: Key Differences & Walk-In Urgent Care Treatment

Spring brings longer days, warmer sunshine, and plenty of reasons to get outside. It’s the season for planting flowers you’ve ...

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Understanding Measles: Transmission, Prevention, and Recovery

Whether you’re trying to enjoy a rare warm winter’s day with your kids on a neighborhood playground like Imagination Station ...

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