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Holly Brenza
Holly Brenza

Holly Brenza, health enews contributor, is a public affairs coordinator on the content team at Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago. In her free time, Holly enjoys reading, watching the White Sox and Blackhawks, playing with her dog, Bear and running her cats' Instagram account, @strangefurthings.

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Bacteria in your nose may save your life? 
Bacteria in your nose may save your life?
Researchers have discovered a bacterium dwelling in your body that may have a lifesaving capability.
How important are superfoods? 
How important are superfoods?
Are you consumed by thoughts of eating the healthiest foods available? Your dietary focus may be off base.
Don’t blame your parents if you’re a picky eater 
Don’t blame your parents if you’re a picky eater
A new study shows when it comes to eating habits upbringing actually plays a limited role. Find out more.
Daughter gives dad the Father’s Day gift of a lifetime 
Daughter gives dad the Father’s Day gift of a lifetime
In need of a transplant, Chuck Cuttone thought he’d have to be placed on the waiting list. His daughters had other ideas.
Are annual pelvic exams really necessary? 
Are annual pelvic exams really necessary?
A government task force says they lack evidence for a recommendation either way, but a physician defends the practice.
Are you at risk of kidney stones? 
Are you at risk of kidney stones?
If you’ve suffered from kidney stones, you know the pain can be unbearable. But just how likely are repeat stones—and what about those who’ve never had one?
Can healthy foods make you overweight?  Featured
Can healthy foods make you overweight?
Many people believe that “healthy” options are less filling, so they tend to eat more than the recommended serving size.