Hormonal changes affect men too
What is Andropause and what can you do about it? Men, there comes a time when we start hearing age-related comments like “you’re just getting older,” or “you’re not as young as you used to be.” Issues of masculinity can be a sensitive topic and no man wants to hear that he’s losing testosterone, the […]
Chronic Pelvic Pain
CHRONIC PELVIC PAIN is pain that occurs below the belly button and has lasted longer than six months in duration. As one of the most common medical problems affecting women, it is estimated that as many as one out of every five women age 18-50 has chronic pelvic pain that has lasted longer than a year. […]
Can Dropping Weight Drop Your Blood Pressure?
Can Dropping Weight Drop Your Blood Pressure? High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major health problem in the United States, affecting more than 50 million people across the country. Hypertension is a state in which the pressure of blood in the arteries is elevated and requires the heart to work harder than normal […]
hCG Diets: Weighing the Facts
hCG Diets: Weighing the Facts. We are often asked about hCG diets. There is much confusion about hCG, what it is, and whether it’s effective. We caution anyone considering hCG to fully understand the facts … and the risks. The history of hCG In the 1950’s, a British physician Albert Simeons proposed that a hormone […]
7 Simple Tips to Lose Weight
7 Simple Tips to Lose Weight Keep track of what you’re eating. The most important rule for anyone dieting is to write down everything you eat every day. Not only does this provide the accountability you need to stay on track, but also helps you to examine what you’re eating so that you can make adjustments to your […]
Hot Flashes, Fatigue & Depression
Are you suffering from symptoms of hormonal imbalance caused by perimenopause or menopause? Are you experiencing hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, memory problems, or loss of libido, among other symptoms? Many women recognize that ‘hot flashes’ may be the first obvious symptom of their bodies beginning to experience perimenopause and menopause. Though hot flashes are […]
Catch some zzz’s, lose the pounds
Catch some Zzz’s, Lose the Pounds March 3-10, 2013 is National Sleep Awareness Week™. Most of us are aware of the importance of adequate and effective sleep to health and overall well-being. Lack of sleep or poor sleep quality can make you tired and sluggish, but did you know that it can also lead to […]
Vitamin D and the Winter Blues
Vitamin D and the Winter Blues. Known in the medical field as Season Affective Disorder (SAD), winter depression is a mental condition in which people experience depressed mood during the same season each year. Winter depression is still a mystery to many health care professionals and there are varying schools of thought with relation to […]
Staying Healthy At Any Age
This year, resolve to a proactive approach. Our bodies are constantly changing and maintaining good health is an ongoing process. Taking care of your body and being proactive about your healthcare will help ensure a healthier, happier you! SCREENING TESTS Screening tests look for diseases before you might ever have any symptoms or determine if […]
Losing weight after the holidays – 7 diet considerations
The holidays are over. It’s time to begin making New Year’s resolutions. If you are like many Americans, you may be vowing to finally shed those unwanted pounds. But how should you go about this seemingly daunting process? Is there a better, safer, easier way? Which diet works best? Should you try the one your […]
