Posts Tagged ‘Internal Medicine’
Good Fit for CrossFit?
A large number of people have little or no understanding of what CrossFit entails, but you also have some people that live, breathe, and dream about CrossFit. You might have been hearing of CrossFit exercises, but are not sure it’s for you. CrossFit is a great workout but is not for everyone. It can be…
Read MoreThe Keto Diet in a Nutshell
Keto diet is a popular dietary plan that helps the body remain fit and healthy, and these days it is gaining more popularity than ever before. So, what exactly is Keto and how is it beneficial to our bodies that it has become this famous? What is the Keto Diet? Ketogenic, also known as “keto”,…
Read MoreCommon Misconceptions About Nutrition
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines “nutrition” as the intake of food, considered in relation to the body’s dietary needs. Good nutrition, which is characterized by a well-balanced diet is a cornerstone of good health, especially when combined with regular physical activities. That means two things – eat healthy and get exercising! The state of…
Read MoreIs the Yoga Life for You?
What is yoga? Yoga initially started out as a form of spiritual development; a way teach the mind and body to be more self-observant and self-aware of its own nature and movement. The previous reasons for yoga were to promote discernment, mindfulness, self-regulation and higher consciousness in the participant. Now a days, yoga is used…
Read MoreIs Hepatitis a Threat to You?
What is hepatitis? Hepatitis is a virus that often causes inflammation of the liver. The liver is a large and substantial organ located in the lower right section of the abdomen in vertebrates. It is a key component in many metabolic processes: breaking down nutrients, filtering the blood, and fighting infections. Many people believe that…
Read MoreThe Ongoing Battle of Acne
Acne Vulgaris, generally known as “acne” has been named one of the most common skin diseases in the United States. Acne affects over fifty million Americans every single year and over 650 million people worldwide, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Acne has been discovered to be a major source of embarrassment to teenagers…
Read MoreThe 411 on Cholesterol
Popular opinion tells you that cholesterol is bad, but that is not necessarily the case. Cholesterol is essentially good and necessary for your body to function properly. For example, cholesterol plays a major role in the formation of body cells and in the production of vitamin D, which is an essential vitamin needed for maintaining…
Read MoreCommon Cold or Flu?
The common cold and influenza, additionally known as the flu, are both viral infections that affect your respiratory system – including but not limited to the throat, nose, airway, and lungs. Both of these viral infections are especially common during the wintertime, have similar symptoms to each other, and cause plenty of discomfort to the…
Read MoreGood Stress, Bad Stress, Bye Stress
Stress affects every living person, whether you realize it or not. Stress causes about 54 percent of Americans to fight with people they are closest to – from friends, family, and even colleagues at work. One out of every four people report that they have been alienated from a friend or family member because of…
Read MoreCountering Obesity
Obesity is a common risk factor for many diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. It is defined as a physical condition of having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more, and it can ultimately lead to life-threatening conditions. BMI is a widely used indicator of excess weight and it is…
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