Health is a Way of Life
We live in a goal-oriented society. Most of us imagine a healthier version of ourselves and make plans to achieve it, with mixed success and satisfaction. Instead, let's look at health as a process, informed by knowledge, which we practice a little bit every day.
How to Beat Heat Exhaustion and Prevent Heat Stroke
/ JUNE 19, 2018
Heat exhaustion is a frequent cause of summertime health complications, and you may have experienced its symptoms in the past. Because the body has to maintain a very narrow range of internal core temperature, it's not uncommon for people to experience heat-related illnesses, especially in the warmer months when the body's internal thermostat (thermoregulatory mechanism) gets overburdened.
Stress and the Heart: How Are They Connected?
There is a definite connection between stress and the heart. We all need some stress in our lives in order to function. For example, fear and stress help us react when we're in dangerous situations, and stress due to upcoming deadlines helps some people perform better. But when stress is elevated to the level that it affects us physically or mentally, it's no longer healthy, especially for the heart. When this happens, we need to reduce our stress levels before they cause damage.
How to Check Your Blood Pressure: Monitoring Your Heart Health at Home
Your blood pressure can offer you and your doctor several clues to your overall health. Should you check your blood pressure at home? Why or why not? We'll start off with some basic information about what your blood pressure reading is telling you and how to check your blood pressure, then explore examples of people who may benefit from checking their blood pressure more regularly at home.
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Diabetes and Bariatric Surgery: A Promising Combination
When you think of diabetes treatment, you probably think of weight loss, medication, and lifestyle changes like diet and exercise. You might not think of diabetes and bariatric surgery, but perhaps you should. Researchers have found that bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, may help patients with type 2 diabetes control their blood glucose levels better when traditional treatment options don't work. Some patients may no longer need their medication after bariatric surgery, and their diabetes may go into remission.
JUNE 16, 2018
4 Tips to Help You Cope With a Difficult Diagnosis
One morning Chris Arauza woke up and his right side felt weak. He could barely walk, but he went to his job as a mechanic, thinking his body would recover on its own. At 25 years old, Arauza was healthy with a wife and a 3-month-old little boy who counted on him. But his body wasn't cooperating, and his boss sent him to the hospital.
JUNE 15, 2018