OUR HEALTH EXPERTS ANSWER YOUR DIET & EXERCISE QUESTIONS

Getting healthy and meeting your weight loss goals is fantastic, but sometimes can result in an excess of loose skin, which is not so great. For some, loose skin might just be an aesthetic annoyance, but for others it can be a real factor in low self esteem and anxiety.  Common causes of loose skin… Read More

A mysterious lump on your body can scare anyone. If you have noticed a strange lump forming on your neck, then call your doctor. There are various issues that can cause a lump on your neck such as thyroid nodules, autoimmune conditions or cancer. In this article, we will discuss what to do if you… Read More

Your heart is perhaps the most important organ in your body. Heart health should be everyone’s priority to live a healthy life. If you are worried that your heart is weak, keep reading. We’ve put together several tips on how to strengthen a weak heart. Even if you think you have a healthy heart, keep… Read More

A healthy gut feels good, but it often requires a lifestyle that promotes a healthy gut in the best way possible. While there are countless conditions and diseases associated with the gut, we will focus on diverticulitis in this article. Keep reading to find out more information about diverticulitis and how you can do your… Read More

If you’re reading this, then you’re probably not getting good sleep (or you’re trying to figure out how to fall asleep when you’re not tired). You came to the right place! Sleep is essential for your health, wellbeing and mood, so it’s important to get your sleep patterns under control. In this article, we will… Read More

In an ideal world, exercise and overall fitness will be a priority throughout life. Movement and physical activity is important throughout all stages, but for those over 70 there are certain elements that become of even greater importance. While those who led an active life in earlier years will usually have an easier time incorporating… Read More

As a Nutritionist, I’m not a big fan of the mainstream meaning of the word “diet.” It all-too-often implies subjecting your body and mind to a period of short term deprivation in order to reach a goal. Sadly, that goal is sometimes unattainable or even unhealthy such as an unrealistic weight goal or amount of… Read More

Carbohydrates are a macronutrient shrouded in confusion these days.  With so much talk about diet trends like Keto, Paleo, the Carnivore diet and others that tout a low-carb approach, many people are left feeling like carbs are evil. The truth is that every macronutrient (protein, fat and carbohydrates) are essential to human health, you just… Read More

If you have diabetes, then you may hear your doctor say that you need to control your A1c. Maybe your doctor talks to about your A1c during every office visit, but it doesn’t seem to improve. Or, maybe your doctor gave you some general guidelines about how to lower your A1c, but you’re still lost…. Read More

Diarrhea is a common gastrointestinal occurrence, but it can get out of hand pretty quickly. While most diarrhea clears up on its own, there are certain instances in which diarrhea can be deadly. Depending on the source of diarrhea, there are treatment options that you can take to treat it at home. However, more serious… Read More