Sean Shapiro was a typical, healthy teenager – an athlete, good student and socially active guy in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, where he attended Gateway High School…. Read more
Tag: diet
Tips to Understanding Nutrition Labels
We asked Laura Edwards, dietitian manager at UPMC McKeesport, for some tips on understanding nutrition labels. What are some red flags on a nutrition label?… Read more
UPMC Expands Services in Italy, Adds Wellness Center in Tuscany
UPMC has expanded its services in Chianciano Terme, Italy, to include a new Medical Exercise and Wellness Center, aimed at preventing a variety of diseases… Read more
Infographic: Pregnancy Nutrition
Black, Hispanic and less-educated women consume a less nutritious diet than their well-educated, white counterparts in the weeks leading up to their first pregnancy, according… Read more
Myths and Tips for Healthy Eating
We asked Thomas Hritz, dietitian manager at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, for some tips on healthy eating. To many people, taking the first step is… Read more