Decoding marketing on food packaging
Have you ever purchased a product at the grocery store because it said “100% organic” on the front packaging or a frozen pizza because it was marketed as “cauliflower” pizza? If so, you are not alone.
New weight loss medications
You may have noticed that there are a lot of commercials for weight loss medications lately. In recent years the FDA approved a class of medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, also known as GLP-1 analogues or incretin mimetics.
Avoiding pressure injuries: Five steps caregivers should take for immobile patients
Pressure injuries, also known as bedsores or pressure ulcers, can arise when an individual is sitting or lying in the same position for a long time without moving. This reduced mobility causes the skin over bony areas to become damaged due to lack of blood flow. These painful wounds can grow over time and lead…
Discover the path to healthy joints
As we age, our joints become weak and stiff with less range of motion. While this is inevitable, there are steps you can take to make sure your joints are as healthy as they can be so you can continue doing the things you love. Why do joints get weak? The lubricating fluid (synovial fluid)…
Exercise and Diabetes
Exercise is very important for diabetes management and for delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes. Making exercise a part of your lifestyle will help improve blood sugar levels and reduce complications from diabetes.
Mindful movement thats right for you
In today’s day and age, we are constantly bombarded with messages about health and what we should be doing. Sometimes we forget to ask ourselves what we WANT to do, or what we LIKE to do. We blindly follow the next best trend that magazines, social media, or the news are promoting without realizing we may be neglecting ourselves mentally and physically.
Anterior vs posterior hip replacement
If you’ve been suffering with hip pain that affects your daily life, it may be time to consider getting a hip replacement. Before going through with this process, it’s important to consider several factors and do your research. If you’re planning to get a hip replacement, one consideration is which surgical approach is best for…
Wake up without caffeine
Many people find that they lose their taste for coffee after bariatric surgery, or just want to save space in their now smaller stomach. If you’ve been a coffee drinker your whole life you may find it challenging at first to ditch your morning cup.
Rotator Cuff Tear: Taking the right steps
While there are many possible causes of shoulder pain, the most common is a rotator cuff tear. Approximately two million Americans go to the doctor each year for this problem. These injuries can be debilitating and frequently prevent you from sleeping, working, exercising or performing everyday activities. What is the rotator cuff? The rotator cuff…
Peanut butter bars recipe
Better than store bought and so easy to prepare. These homemade bars are a good source of fiber, protein, and potassium. Perfect for breakfast, lunch boxes, or on-the-go snack.