The Joys of Juice
by Lori Sciame July 11th, 2013 | Diet
The hot weather calls for refreshing ways to hydrate the body.  Water and iced tea are good choices, but many do not think about making their own juices.  Low in calories and high in nutrition, juices made from organic fruits and vegetables cool down the body with their chilliness, and they replenish lost fluids as well. Strawberries, peaches, are obvious choices, but one can also use limes, pears, and even cucumbers. Read this comprehensive article on our sister site, My Fitness Tunes, to learn all about creating delicious homemade juices. Bottoms up!
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Aging and Diabetes
by Kimberly Hays July 10th, 2013 | Aging Well, Health Observance
People with diabetes are often at higher risk of other chronic diseases. Almost 30% of Americans who are over 65 have diabetes, most of the time, Type 2 diabetes. Aside from these numbers, one out of every two people 65 or older has prediabetes. This means that their blood glucose levels are high, but not high enough for a diabetes diagnosis. Prediabetes can lead to diabetes, most often Type 2, if the blood levels are not kept under control. Because there are so many people in this age group with these issues, our best defense is to take care
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Weight and Preterm Delivery
by Dean Heller MD July 5th, 2013 | Ask the Doctor
My 23 year old daughter just told me she is pregnant. She is not married (that is a separate issue), but I am most concerned that she is very overweight. She is 5 foot 1 inch, and I am guessing that she weighs about 200 pounds. That can not be healthy. I have asked her to start exercising and to diet, but she does not listen to me. Is there some information I can send her to convince her to be healthier?
You are correct; that is not healthy. It is not healthy without pregnancy to be that overweight, as
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You are correct; that is not healthy. It is not healthy without pregnancy to be that overweight, as
Good Food Choices for Diabetics
by Kimberly Hays July 3rd, 2013 | Health Observance, Nutrition
Foods that are beneficial to diabetics are actually good for everyone, so it will make it easier to incorporate them into meals for the whole family. These foods are high in fiber, vitamins, and nutrients. They are also very flavorful. These foods are also beneficial in keeping blood glucose levels in check. When glucose levels are high, damage can be severe to the body; in particular, the eyes, kidneys, and the nervous system are at high risk of damage. Incorporating the following foods into your diet will help to keep your blood sugar levels controlled and protect your body
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What is a Heart Attack?
by Dean Heller MD June 28th, 2013 | Ask the Doctor
My husband went to the hospital with chest pain last night, and they performed an urgent balloon and stent on him. They said he had a heart attack. I know you hear about people having heart attacks all of the time, but I realized I don't even know what that means.
A heart attack occurs when the arteries that supply blood to the heart, called the coronary arteries, abruptly close and don't supply adequate blood and oxygen to the heart muscle. The heart muscle then becomes damaged. This usually occurs when a cholesterol plaque in the artery ruptures and a
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A heart attack occurs when the arteries that supply blood to the heart, called the coronary arteries, abruptly close and don't supply adequate blood and oxygen to the heart muscle. The heart muscle then becomes damaged. This usually occurs when a cholesterol plaque in the artery ruptures and a