Valentine’s Day is time for reflection about love and expressing our gratitude to the people that we hold deeply in our hearts. You may celebrate this holiday with a loved one including family, friends, or a spouse. On this holiday …
Read PostHeart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.1 The term heart disease refers to several types of heart conditions with the most common type in the United States being Coronary Heart Disease (CAD).2 Age is the …
Read PostThe Holiday season marks a time of coming together to see friends and family and celebrate the traditions that makes all feel at home. On the flip side, the transition to the winter season is when we historically see a …
Read PostThe winter months can be a beautiful time, but as the season continues to shift, it is common for a lot of people to also experience a shift in mood. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that …
Read PostWhat is Frailty? Frailty is often discussed in terms of a phenotype which is a set of observable characteristics of an individual. The frailty phenotype is also called Fried’s Phenotype. Fried’s Phenotype is when three or more of the following …
Read PostThe fundamental health benefits of exercise walking are many. Metabolically, it helps control weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels. A brisk walk can burn up to 100 calories per mile. Walking is the perfect complement to a sensible diet to …
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