Reduce your A1C levels: Lifestyle, Diet, and Nutrition Yes, Lifestyle, Diet, and Exercise are key to supporting a healthy A1C. Making sure you are getting movement throughout the day is something we hear a lot about. Suggestions for adding whole nutritious foods to your plate are all over your morning news and social media feed. [...]
You’ve likely heard that you can’t “out-exercise” a poor diet, and extensive research has asserted this fact. (8) Just like regular exercise, proper nutrition and consuming the right foods before and after exercise is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Continue reading to learn about how adjusting what and when you eat can help [...]
COVID-19 Testing FAQs (Updated December 21, 2020) For an up-to-date list of COVID-19 tests authorized to be used during the COVID-19 pandemic, in laboratories and in patient-care areas, see https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-emergency-use-authorizations-medical-devices/vitro-diagnostics-euas Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) testing options for COVID-19 infections are rapidly evolving. A variety of healthcare professionals are involved in testing including nurses, prescribers, pharmacists, [...]
Keeping a Healthful Attitude this Holiday Season Staying healthy during the holidays is hard... especially this year. If we don't make a plan, we will surely encounter the usual pitfalls. I like to envision where I want to be health-wise come January 1. Do you want to take on 2021 bright-eyed and restored? I [...]
The health of your digestive system is essential to ensure proper digestion and absorption of nutrients, as well as to support the function of other body systems, such as the immune system. The health of the gastrointestinal system, particularly the gut microbiota, even impacts mental health through its connection with the central nervous system, often [...]
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to an end. We would like to remind you to take care of yourself. Diet, Lifestyle, and Nutrition are the biggest factors we have control over when it comes to our overall health. Raise your hand if you want to be in the best health [...]
Neurotransmitters & Your Health Innovative progress in neurotransmitter testing has created creative new ways of treating neurological disorders. Neurotransmitters play a vital role in everyday life. Everything related to mental well being can be traced back to neurotransmissions from the nerves to the neurons or “targeted cells” (muscles, glands and other nerves). Is [...]
Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli… Oh My! You were always told to eat your veggies. In this case cruciferous vegetables. Why are these important? For one they contain many phytochemicals which are important for good health.One important phytochemical is Indole-3-carbinol (I3C) and diindolylmethane (DIM). These two phytochemicals work together to support estrogen balance, cervical, breast [...]
Simple Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System's Fight Against COVID-19 As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads and intensifies, you’re probably looking for ways to protect yourself and your loved ones. When it comes to defending yourself against Coronavirus, having a healthy and strong immune system is more important than ever. But can you really boost your [...]
How To Know If You Are Suffering From Anxiety Many people experience anxiety at some point in their lives. In fact, anxiety is a very normal response to stressful life events like moving, changing jobs or having financial troubles. However, when symptoms of anxiety become larger than the events that triggered them and begin to [...]
