In stroke care, there’s a phrase specialists use often: “Time is brain.”
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During a stroke nearly 2 million brain cells die every minute that blood flow is blocked. So, recognizing the …
Hot Flashes? Brain Fog? We Can Help.
Hot flashes, sleep changes, weight gain, mood shifts – menopause can affect every part of a woman’s life. Yet many women are told these changes are simply something they need to “push through” or accept as part of aging.
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Are You Getting Enough Fiber? (Probably Not.)
From high-protein diets to intermittent fasting and endless supplement trends, nutrition advice is everywhere. But in all that noise, one of the most important nutrients is often overlooked.
Fiber.
Most Americans fall short on fiber, getting only about 10 …
Are You at Risk for Kidney Stones?
People who have suffered from kidney stones rarely forget the experience.
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The tiny – and sometimes not-so-tiny – masses form quietly in the kidney. They usually don’t cause pain until they …
Do You Know These 5 Critical Health Numbers?
When it comes to your health, there’s no shortage of advice – what to eat, how to exercise, how much sleep you need. But one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay on track is knowing a few …
When Heartburn Becomes a Problem
We’ve all experienced occasional heartburn and indigestion, but when heartburn becomes a frequent occurrence, it can sometimes lead to serious health concerns if left untreated – specifically esophageal cancer.
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10 Ways to Lower Your Sodium Intake
Salt is everywhere – from the pantry to packaged snacks to restaurant meals. While your body needs some sodium to function, most Americans consume far more than necessary. Over time, that excess can quietly raise blood pressure and increase the …
Can You Reverse Prediabetes?
If you have been told you have prediabetes, you’re not alone.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one in three adults in the United States have …
Skin Tags: Are They a Health Risk?
What is that weird little bump on my skin? Is it a pimple? A mole? A wart? It could be a skin tag.
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Skin tags are small, soft, benign growths that …
Why Sleep Gets Harder After 40
As you get older, if you’ve noticed that falling asleep takes longer or staying asleep feels harder than it used to, you’re not imagining it. You’re also not alone.