When attempting to lose or change weight, your body often resists, making the process more challenging. This is due to metabolic adaptation, where your metabolism becomes more efficient and slows down in response to eating less or increasing physical activity.
Preventing aging is a goal for many of us! There are multiple treatments to prevent and even get rid of fine lines and wrinkles. The most common treatments are retinol use and microneedling (SkinPen), so how do you know which to choose? Read the blog to learn more about both and why microneedling is often the better choice!
The Benefits of Blue Zone Living and what we can implement in the Midwest. There are 5 blue zones in the world where people living there generally live longer for a multitude of reasons. Learn about Dr. Sarina Phatak’s experience in Costa Rica and what elements of Blue Zone Living she is bringing back with her. Individuals in Blue Zones are thought to live longer due to their largely plant-based diet, increased physical activity, rich social interactions, and low stress.
Eating healthy can look different at different times of your life. Learn how to fuel your body and improve perimenopausal symptoms through your food. The hormonal shift causing perimenopause may cause hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain, and sleep disruptions. Focusing on specific nutrient rich foods may help with symptom reduction.
Don’t let anxiety during menopause wear you down. Learn all you need to know about the link between anxiety and menopause, symptoms to look out for, and different treatment options that may help you combat anxiety.
Understanding the facts of Colon Cancer, the third most common cancer worldwide, is a major part of preventative medicine. The NEW screening age for colon cancer is 45 years old and up, previously 50 years and up. Our goal is to help you understand your risks of colon cancer, what symptoms are common for colon cancer, and what screening tests are available.
