Turn on the TV and you’ll likely you’ll be bombarded with ads for dietary supplements that promise you more energy and easy weight loss. These ads may capture your attention, but they rarely give you the complete picture. Some of these advertised products may increase your blood pressure or your heart rate, or interact with your current medications. It’s important to note that the FDA does not regulate many of these products, and the ingredients…
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Put me in coach I’m ready to play! Playing sports is great exercise and fun, but it could also be dangerous. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 135,000 traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are treated in emergency rooms each year in kids ages 5 to 18 years old. TBI’s are caused by a bump or a blow to the head that interfere with the way the brain normally works. Coaches, parents and kids–make…
Read More...To Take Charge of Your Health, Partner with Your Doctor
Prepare yourself for your next health check-up by partnering with your doctor or your nurse practitioner Research shows that patients who are more involved in their health care get better results. Here are some simple tips to help make your next visit a little less stressful. Bring a notebook with any questions you have, and write down any specific instructions from your doctor or healthcare professional. If medications are prescribed, write down the name of…
Read More...Obesity: Do You Know Your BMI?
Do you know what a BMI is? Do you know yours? If you don’t you need to find out. With the rate of obesity increasing at an alarming rate, the risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and high blood pressure are huge. It’s everyone’s role to be proactive to stay healthy and keep obesity at bay. To find out if you’re in the danger zone, go to the CDC website to find out what…
Read More...Navigating the Hospital Experience
Being admitted to the hospital as a patient can be a frightening overhwhelming experience for you and your family. Here are some Simple tips to help navigate you through your hospital experience. First, always be proactive and take charge of your health; it’s important to communicate with your doctors and nurses. You must be completely honest about your health history. Let your doctors and nurses know if you have any allergies, if you take any…
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