Women’s Health
Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby – Good Nutrition during Pregnancy
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While a well-balanced healthy diet is always beneficial, it’s especially important during pregnancy. Not only is good nutrition during pregnancy essential for your baby it can also help to ease some of the discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea and constipation. Benefits of a Healthy Diet for Mom and Baby Good Nutrition for Mom and…
May is Stroke Awareness Month
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Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death and #1 cause of disability in the U.S. Stroke occurs when a blood vessel to the brain or within the brain is either blocked by a clot or ruptures. When it happens, part of the brain doesn’t get the blood and oxygen it needs causing cells to…
Eat it or avoid it – Common Triggers for IBS
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If you experience IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) you know that flare-ups are no fun. Learning more about the foods that you should avoid can help you manage your IBS and cut back on flare ups.
Do You Need a Mental Health Day?
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Work and family demands, fast-paced lifestyles, and even pressure from social media have all contributed to rising stress levels. Maybe it’s time to take a break and de-stress. For most of us, daily stress is unavoidable. Though stress is a normal response to the demands and pressures of life, it can also become overwhelming and…
How does Heart Disease Affect Women?
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Heart Disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S. According to the CDC, about 1 in 16 women age 20 and older have coronary heart disease. Many women can take steps to prevent heart disease by knowing the risk factors and making healthy lifestyle choices. Women’s Heart Health Risk Factors The top…
Primary Care Doctors who are Moms
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Our “Mom Docs” are Accepting New Patients. Choosing a primary care doctor for yourself or your family is an important first step in managing your and your family’s healthcare. Your primary care physician is your medical home base. Your primary care doctor is who you visit for most of your medical needs, including routine screenings…
