For many people, excess body fat is unwanted. If this applies to you, you probably scour the Internet for quick and easy ways to lose weight. However, many of the diets you find online are not customized, which may not work for you. Some of them may not even explain how they work or their long-term effects on your overall health. If you’re thinking of losing weight and before trying any of the diet programs you find, let’s first discuss 8 weight loss topics not many people want to talk ... [Read More]
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Venous vs. Arterial Insufficiency
The circulatory system allows blood to deliver nutrients and remove waste products from your body. Given the importance of blood vessels, it's essential to know when you have vascular disease. Veins and arteries have differing functions and structures, so insufficiency manifests differently for each type. Understanding the differences between venous and arterial insufficiency can help you to get the correct treatment more quickly. Causes and Mechanisms Insufficiency is a result of poor ... [Read More]
Cardiac Testing and COVID-19
Now that COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) has been around for a number of months, and many people have not been receiving tests and treatment for serious health issues as they normally would for fear of exposure to the virus, it is time to get back on track of taking care of your health. Medical facilities nationwide have certain standards in place in order to avoid potentially spreading the coronavirus to patients and even to each other on staff, so it is indeed safe to go back and start ... [Read More]
Controlling Your Blood Pressure: How Your Primary Care Physician Can Help
Hypertension, which is also called high blood pressure, is a common but potentially dangerous circulatory condition that develops gradually. It can have no symptoms while it causes a negative impact on your heart and blood vessels over time. Fortunately, many interventions can help you effectively control this condition, including medication and lifestyle changes. Let’s talk about how a primary care physician can guide you toward the right blood pressure treatments for you. Strategies to ... [Read More]
Weight Management: A Prescription for Good Health
Every beginning of the year, thousands of people commit to better weight management as their new year’s resolution. Some do it to look good, but many want to watch their weight to improve their overall health. Doctors agree that proper weight management can improve several aspects of your overall well-being and is, thus, a prescription for good health. To convince you to take the step to a healthier you, let’s talk about the benefits of managing your weight. Lower Your Risk of Developing ... [Read More]
