We have heard it all before – don’t eat too much egg yolk, because it contains too much cholesterol and is not good for your health. While the egg yolk does contain more cholesterol, it also contains very healthy fats and proteins. Everything in moderation is important, but it’s also good to know that cholesterol is separated into both LDL and HDL categories. Well, simply put, there is both healthy and dangerous cholesterol. Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels is essential for the health of ... [Read More]
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The Benefits of A Medical Weight Loss Program
Recent statistics will show, that obesity is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in the United States, affecting 78.6 million people. It’s a leading cause of death and disease, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Obesity is defined as having an excess amount of fat (adipose tissue), well above what is considered a healthy range. A person with a BMI (Body Mass Index) over 30 is considered obese. There are so many weight loss programs and diet supplements out there, so knowing ... [Read More]
What to Expect From Your Primary Care Physician
Today there is a large primary care gap, meaning that there are not enough primary care physicians available in the healthcare field. Other healthcare professionals such as nurse practitioners (NP) are trying to close this gap, by implementing primary care into their practices. Primary care visits and physicals are important, and without them, our health would not be cared for. Studies in various medical journals such as the International Journal of Health Services have revealed that people ... [Read More]
Identifying The Early Signs of Osteoporosis
Have you ever thought, “how healthy am I really?” Just like anything, for something to work properly, we must take care of it. Our musculoskeletal system is made up of hundreds of moving parts (bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage), all working together to allow our body to move and function at its optimal level. However, sometimes these structures can become injured, or wear down over time, or can become affected by disease. It’s important to understand some of the warning signs to ... [Read More]
