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Top three calls to make to get ready for hurricane season
Preparation is key when it comes to hurricane season. Here are three health-focused calls you need to make before the most active part of hurricane season starts […]
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Destrehan woman shares secret of 111-pound weight loss
When Karrie Parr hit the 100-pound mark, she started focusing less on weight and more on strength. “I just wanted to be stronger,” Parr said. “I moved into not spending all my time on cardio […]
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Southern Latte Café caters to healthier eating
In the cozy confines of Southern Latte Café in Luling are tasty menu items catering to the increasing customers who want a lighter and/or healthier menu. […]
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Losing weight the ‘healthy way’
As of June 17, Trishan Charles has lost 76 pounds. The start of her weight-loss journey began with coping with stress. “Between November 2018 and New Year’s 2019, I lost about 30 to 35 pounds […]
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Stay safe on the water this summer
By: Jenny Kuo, DO; St. Charles Parish Hospital Millions of us enjoy warm weather every year by going to the beach, swimming in pools, water skiing and boating. However, because water sports and boating are […]
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Serving up healthy, tasty meals
Oyster’s Pearl chef says he loves how St. Charles Hospital takes care of the community Like paint on an artist’s palette, Chef Jeffrey Smith displays a tray with pink Atlantic salmon, fresh green asparagus and […]
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Sisters drop pounds after loss of grandmother
When Angela Bautista and Nikki Apostolidis were both accepted for Get Fit United, they gave the united concept new meaning – they’re sisters. “We had fingers crossed and we jut got lucky,” said Bautista of […]
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This rice paper roll puts healthy on the wrap
The rice paper roll tops the Taste of Tokyo menu as one of its healthiest, unique dishes. Fresh tuna, salmon, crab stick, cucumber, carrots, romaine lettuce, asparagus and avocado wrapped in rice paper offers a […]
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Amanda chose wings: After a serious accident caused her to gain 82 pounds, she changed her life
At last count, Amanda Thomas has lost 72 pounds, a feat she marvels over as one that helped get her out of a wheelchair. Thomas lost weight and is a wellness success story. “I actually […]
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Understanding your cancer diagnosis
Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be difficult, and it’s natural to have several questions about the changes it may bring for you and your loved ones. As the patient, you are as much a key […]
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Ready for summer: El Paso’s salads are a healthy choice made fresh and authentic
Ornate with swirls of red onions, bright red tomatoes and topped with tantalizing grilled shrimp, steak or chicken, El Paso Mexican Grill in Luling offers healthier choices with their salads. Assistant Manager Pilar Rodriguez said […]
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The story of Dana Staton – 41 pounds lighter and way wiser
Dana Staton doesn’t want her life to be about the numbers, although it could easily be about going from 155 pounds to 113 pounds, but about the journey. Weight loss is how it started, but […]
