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Updated: June 2023 First, some good news: millions of Americans with diabetes can manage the disease and live healthy, strong lives. Through diet, exercise, taking insulin, and working with their doctors, they can avoid some of the diseases for which they are at greater risk. The bad news? If not properly managed, Type 2 diabetes, […]
We know which holiday foods are healthy and which are more indulgent. We know to try to watch our portions and drink some water and eat the vegetables (add one that’s not in a casserole! Please.). I know you’ve read the holiday blogs of years past written by yours truly *wink wink*. (If you need […]
Happy National Nutrition Month! This year’s theme is “personalize your plate.” While most of us need the same basic nutrition input, we all need something a little bit different based on our individual bodies’ needs, exercise routines, health conditions, and health goals. If you’ve met with me already, you know I’m a big fan […]
The temptation of sweet treats and decadent meals strikes first during the fall and winter holidays, but it’s a challenge that can linger through the start of the new year. It’s important to work through these challenges and regroup to support health and wellness. Following a healthy eating plan can dramatically reduce risk of heart attack and […]
Eating healthy always matters. We must eat to live and what we eat affects every cell of our body. Many of us may not have the energy to dedicate to an elaborate eating plan right now. With more people eating at home, I want to give you the tips and suggestions to maintain healthy living. I […]
The pandemic has transformed every aspect of our lives. From social distancing to stay-at-home orders, our world has been transformed. While there are a lot of things that are beyond our control, there are a few things that we can do to make a difference. One of those is to stay healthy both physically and […]
Happy National Nutrition Month! It’s the perfect time of year to set up a nutrition visit as we get ready for outdoor activities and vacations. Nutrition is a key component of good health; food affects every cell in our body! Eating well allows us to feel good, stay healthy, and have the energy to enjoy the upcoming […]
As a nation, we’re stressed out. If you’re kept awake at night by anxiety or you’re experiencing stress-related high blood pressure, you’re not alone. As internal medicine doctors, we’ve seen firsthand the toll that stress can take on the body. In fact, 3 out of 4 Americans have experienced at least one stress symptom in […]
Many Thanksgiving foods and traditional holiday fare get a bad reputation for being unhealthy. Every year at this time, the conversation becomes how to limit weight gain and what foods should be avoided. Let’s change the dialogue. Healthy holiday foods do exist! Oftentimes, it’s more productive (and less stressful) to focus on the positive, so […]
The most common response I get when I ask patients how much water they drink is “not enough.” Yet, when I get questions about how to improve something in the body, the answer almost always includes “drink more water.” Lower blood pressure? Less joint pain? Fewer headaches? Better energy? Boosted metabolism? Glowing skin? Drink more water! […]