ALIVE & WELL
With school starting several children will begin playing sports. Stretching is a very important factor when it comes to sports.
(NBC) -- Researchers conclude cavities can be contagious. They now know that cavity causing bacteria, the bugs that turn sugar into enamel-eating acid, don't originate in the mouth.
LEWISTON (NEWS CENTER) -- It used to be that Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston followed the same procedure for heart attack patients that most other hospitals do.
BELFAST (NEWS CENTER) -- Students at Troy Howard Middle School in Belfast learn math, social studies and business, both in the classroom and in the school's community garden.
Medication is a lifesaver, but taking it, and disposing of it, properly is critical.
There are millions of people who have food allergies and will get very sick, possibly even die, if they eat certain foods.
PORTLAND (NEWS CENTER) -- Walking is something we do every single day of our lives, and its a good bet we're doing it all wrong. If you have chronic knee, hip or lower back pain, changing the way you walk just might provide relief.
The numbers are alarming: if a child is obese at age four, there is a 20% chance that child will grow up to be obese.
Exercising and eating right during pregnancy can benefit you as well as your baby.
The lebed method promises to improve both physical and psychological health after a battle with breast cancer.
There is no cure for diabetes, but it can be managed.
Thinking about becoming a vegetarian? Consult with your physcian and plan a well balanced diet.
(NEWS CENTER) -- Remembering the Basics Of 'Let's Go!' can lead to a healthier life, and keep you Alive And Well.
Let's Go! is a community-based initiative to promote healthy lifestyle choices for children, youth and families. Their goal is to increase physical activity and healthy eating for children and youth - from birth to 18.
A backyard barbeque with the family is a great way to create summer memories.
We've listed links to agencies that specialize in teaching and helping older people to continue to live well and independently.
Good nutritional habits begin early in your child's life.
A recent study revealed that 30% of Maine teens are overweight and the problem has reached epidemic proportions.
GORHAM (NEWS CENTER) -- Four-year-old Sadie LaPierre knows that she can't eat peanut butter. It will make her very sick, she says. She's one of millions of Americans who have severe food allergies. Click here to post on MaineMoms.com!
We're living longer and healthier lives, giving us new opportunities in our later years.
If you're looking for information on nutrition, exercise, disease prevention, smoking cessation, or many other health related topics, the Healthy Maine Partnerships may be a great place to start.
Healthy Maine Partnerships are communities, schools, hospitals, businesses, and volunteers are working together at the State and local level to make Maine a healthier place to live and work.
Keep kids' teeth healthy by starting good habits early in life.
Heart Attack Prevention: It's as easy as ABC.
Staying safe while eating is a challenge for anyone with a food allergy.
Tips for parenting your school-age child.
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Our pets are good for us!
It's come a long way from the 4 food groups.
LEWISTON (NEWS CENTER) -- Dental hygiene is often not a top priority for Mainers who are just getting by financially.
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