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Diet or Nutrition? Which Is More Important for Weight Loss
Do you need to lose weight but can’t stand the thought of yet another diet? Here’s the good news: You don’t have to “diet” to lose weight; you just need to improve your nutrition. When your daily diet is nutrient-rich, weight loss is easier.
Jan 6th, 2023

Warning Signs You Have a Vitamin Deficiency
Even if you think you eat a healthy diet, you may not be getting all of the vitamins and minerals your body needs. In fact, a significant portion of the population in the United States experiences a vitamin or mineral deficiency. Do you?
Dec 9th, 2022

What Most Men Don't Realize About Their Testosterone Levels
When your testosterone (T) starts to drop, it happens so gradually that you probably don’t notice. Then, one day, you notice that you are feeling groggy. Or maybe you lose interest in sex or can’t perform. Your T levels might need adjusting.
Nov 7th, 2022

Semaglutide for Weight Loss
If you’re struggling with your weight, you might benefit from a new injectable treatment called semaglutide. A weekly injection helps regulate your appetite when used as part of a medically supervised weight-loss program.
Oct 18th, 2022

I'm Struggling to Lose Weight
The diet industry promises fast results but none of the lifestyle changes needed to successfully lose weight. The fact is, losing weight isn’t just about shedding pounds, it’s about gaining health. Here’s how to do it.
Sep 7th, 2022

It's Time to Quit Smoking Once and For All
If you want to stay healthy and vibrant for the rest of your life, the last thing you should do is light up another cigarette. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States. Quitting isn’t easy, but we can help.
Aug 8th, 2022

Tips to Keep Your Blood Sugar Stable
Even if you don’t have diabetes, keeping your blood sugar stable helps optimize your health. If you have diabetes or pre-diabetes, blood-sugar stabilization is essential and may allow you to avoid or reduce medications. Here's how.
Jul 1st, 2022

How to Know if You're Nutritionally Deficient
Are you sure that you eat a healthy diet? Are you really getting all of the nutrients your body needs to function and rebuild itself, or are you nutritionally deficient? How can you tell? Read on to learn more.
Jun 1st, 2022

What Does a Comprehensive Hormone Therapy Program Look Like?
If you get your information from commercials, you may think that the only thing you have to do to raise your testosterone levels is to take a few pills. But hormone therapy isn’t a one-and-done generic treatment. It’s customized to your needs.
May 1st, 2022

How Can I Get These Extra Pounds Off of Me for Good?

Carrying extra pounds is a burden. Not only do they slow you down — making exercise more difficult than it should be — they also make it harder for your heart and other organs to function. Here’s how to lose that weight.
Apr 3rd, 2022

I Think I Have the Flu: Can You Help?
You wake up feeling sluggish and sick. You think you might have the flu. Do you have to suffer in silence and just wait for it to pass? Or can you get help for your symptoms? Read on to learn more.
Mar 8th, 2022

The Link Between Low Testosterone and Depression
Millions of men experience clinical depression. It manifests differently in men than it does in women. If you’re depressed, you may feel grumpy and even angry. Low testosterone could be why you’re feeling down.
Feb 1st, 2022

It's a New Year: Ready to Focus on Your Nutrition?
If you’re tired of making the same New Year’s resolution to lose weight every year, stop thinking about diets and start thinking about nutrition. This year, resolve to give your body the nutrients it needs.
Jan 4th, 2022

The Importance of Primary Care
You don’t wait to fill up your car’s gas tank until it’s run dry or neglect your oil changes until your tailpipes belch smoke. So don’t neglect the most important machinery you own — your body. Primary care maintains your body for long-term health.
Dec 7th, 2021

What's Involved With a Prostate Screening?
Your prostate is a small gland with an outsized influence on your health. That’s why prostate cancer screenings are an essential part of men’s health services. Keeping tabs on prostate health ensures that any issues are detected and treated early.
Nov 5th, 2021

What Every Woman Should Know About Breast Cancer
The risks of a woman developing breast cancer in her lifetime are significant. As with all cancers, the earlier breast cancer is discovered, the more likely it is to be cured. Regular breast cancer screenings help you prioritize your health.
Oct 7th, 2021

The Best Foods to Eat for Weight Loss
Just the thought of another calorie-restriction diet makes you depressed. Why is weight loss always focused on denial and eating as little as possible, no matter how much your stomach grumbles? It doesn’t have to be that way.
Sep 9th, 2021

Do Hormones Affect Your Ability to Lose Weight?
You’re doing everything right. You’ve changed your diet to emphasize fresh vegetables and fruits and drink enough water. You exercise regularly but can’t seem to lose weight. Could your hormones be working against you?
Aug 10th, 2021

Men's Health Topics No One Likes to Talk About
You don’t feel like yourself lately. Maybe you’ve lost interest in sex. Or you keep gaining weight, even though you haven’t changed the way you eat. You’re not alone. Following are some health issues that many men face but don’t want to talk about.
Jul 14th, 2021

I Think I Have Allergies
Do you sneeze often? Do your eyes itch? Or maybe you’ve broken out in a rash. If you have symptoms related to the weather, pets, clothing, or food, you may have allergies. Wouldn’t it be good to know if you do?
Jun 20th, 2021

Different Types of Cancer Screenings
Rightfully so, many people fear cancer more than any other disease. Fortunately, most cancers, if caught early enough, are treatable. Many are even curable. That’s why cancer screening is so important. Read on to learn more.
May 5th, 2021

Nutritional Guidance to Support Your Testosterone
If you’re feeling less energy and putting on the pounds, you may be wondering what is causing it. These symptoms might be due to poor nutrition. Proper nutrition supports your testosterone levels so you can melt off fat and gain muscle.
Apr 1st, 2021

The Link Between Nutrition and Weight Loss
Whenever you lose weight, it seems to return. It’s hard to restrict your calories enough to reach your ideal weight. The fact is, you might not be eating too much food; you might just be eating the wrong foods.
Mar 8th, 2021

Are You Allergic to the Common Allergens?
You’ve never thought much about allergies. And yet, sometimes you itch or sneeze. Other times, it’s a stomach ache. Could you be allergic to common allergens? And if you are, what should you do to keep the symptoms at bay?
Feb 4th, 2021

Help! I Need to Lose Some Weight
This year, your New Year’s resolution should be to stop making the same New Year’s resolution every year. That means the pounds you’ve promised yourself to lose will be a reality this year. Our team can help. Read on to learn more.
Jan 1st, 2021

How to Navigate the Holidays Without Gaining Weight
Whether you’re staying at home or visiting family this holiday season, temptations will be around no matter your location. How do you create festive feelings without overindulging? Here are some tips.
Dec 1st, 2020

Signs and Symptoms of Low Testosterone
You feel tired most days. You’ve gained weight and lost muscle mass. And sex? You’re just not interested anymore. If you’re a man, these symptoms might not be stress-related. They could be a result of low testosterone levels.
Nov 3rd, 2020

Allergies Versus a Cold: How to Tell the Difference
You’re sneezing and congested. You feel like staying in bed all day. Do you have a cold that’ll go away in a few days? Or are your symptoms caused by seasonal allergies? Read on to learn the differences between allergies and a cold.
Sep 3rd, 2020

How Hormone Replacement Therapy Can Benefit Your Moods
The pandemic, problems at work, or even family issues can stress you out or ruin your mood. But if you’re feeling depressed or angry, you might not just be responding to the world around you. It could be a reaction to a hormonal imbalance.
Aug 12th, 2020

What Are the Dangers of Fad Diets?
You think you’ve had it with diets...until you read about a new one. Then you give that a try, as well, and end up where you started. Why don’t fad diets work? And why are they sometimes dangerous? Read on to learn more.
Jul 20th, 2020

Food Allergies in Adults: Common Symptoms
You just ate a big, healthy salad full of fresh vegetables and sprinkled with chopped nuts. But now you feel tired. And your throat itches, too. Could you have a food allergy? Read on to learn more about food allergies in adults.
Jun 26th, 2020

How to Make Your Mammogram More Comfortable
You dread getting mammograms because the compression plates squeeze your breasts so tightly that it’s painful. Breast cancer is common, so don’t gamble and put off your mammogram for another year. Mammograms don’t have to hurt.
May 22nd, 2020

Low Sexual Desire in Men
Suddenly, you’re finding yourself “not in the mood.” You’ve never felt this decreased desire and it seemingly began out of nowhere. If your sex drive is low, your testosterone might be low, too, or it could be a common condition like depression.
Apr 20th, 2020

Catching Cancer Early Can Make All the Difference: Get Screened
Catching any disease in an early stage increases your chances of successful treatment, but the stakes are higher with cancer. The World Health Organization says you’re more likely to survive cancer if you find it early. Screening helps you do that.
Mar 9th, 2020

Is a Low Libido Inevitable as You Age?
When you begin to lose your sex drive it starts to bother you. Not to mention your partner. Where did your libido go? Is it going to fade even more as the years pass? Good news: You can raise your low libido with testosterone.
Feb 27th, 2020

How to Spot the Signs of Strep Throat
Your throat feels sore and you’re having trouble swallowing. But is a sore throat really something to worry about? Strep throat is a serious condition, and the infection could spread. Read on to spot the signs of strep throat.
Jan 15th, 2020

Is It Allergies or a Sinus Infection?
When you’re suffering from nasal congestion, headaches, and just feeling sick, you want rapid relief. But we need to know what’s causing your symptoms. Do you have a sinus infection or allergies? We can help you find out.
Dec 3rd, 2019

It's Not Just Snoring: The Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Do you keep waking up tired, but don’t understand why? Sleep apnea may be the culprit — you may think you got a good night’s rest, but this serious condition can keep you awake without you even knowing it.
Oct 11th, 2019

The Links Between Obesity and Depression
If you’re overweight and suffering from depression, you may wonder if those conditions are related. There are a number of links between obesity and depression. Read on to learn more.
Sep 1st, 2019