Over 50 Years Old? You Are At Risk in Having a Vitamin B12 Deficiency… The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey estimated that 3.2% of adults over age 50 have a seriously low B12 level, and up to 20% may have a borderline deficiency. Your body needs vitamin B12 to make red blood cells, nerves, […]
Naturally Slim People Usually Show 5 Habits That We All Should Try To Use in Our Daily Lives
Weight management is more than the amount of calories you take in and how my you burn. Genetics play a role but there are patterns in our behavior that play out over time that influence our shapes and sizes. So pick some good habits from naturally slim people and find a way to diet-free weight […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Don’t Forget to Get Your Mammogram!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the annual campaign to increase awareness of breast cancer. While most people are aware of breast cancer, many forget to take the steps to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same. Breast cancer is the most common […]
Did You Know That Vaccines Protect Teens From Four Types of HPV?
Most pediatricians recommend that teens get the HPV vaccine. Some parents think why would my child need the vaccine if they aren’t sexually active? See the facts below to help make your decision to get or not get the HPV vaccine. The Best Time To Protect Children is Before They Are Sexually Active The best time […]
Tips On How You Can Prepare For and Actively Participate in Your Healthcare Visit
Making the Appointment You want to be clear about why you need to see a healthcare provider. Use the following questions to help yourself tell the office what they need to know to best accommodate your needs… Do you need an annual checkup? Is your visit about a new problem or an older one? Is your problem […]