In part one of this blog series, we looked at various types of thyroid disease and considered potential causes. In part two, let’s explore symptoms, risk factors, and diagnosis of as well as treatment options for the health condition. First, let’s consider common symptoms of …
Your thyroid gland is a small organ located in the front of the neck. It produces hormones that play numerous roles, including controlling your metabolism. If your thyroid makes too much or too little of these important hormones, it can negatively impact your entire body. …
Did you know your bones are made of living tissue? In order for them to stay strong, your body continuously breaks down old bone and replaces it with new bone. If your body can no longer keep up with this process, osteoporosis occurs and causes …
Often referred to as the “wear-and-tear disease,” osteoarthritis affects millions of people worldwide. The most common form of arthritis, it often impacts joints in the hands, knees, hips, and spine, although it can bother any joint. When left untreated, this condition is extremely painful and …
Around 39 million people in the United States suffer from migraines, making them the third most common illness in the world. More than just a bad headache, this recurring medical condition causes severe throbbing or pulsing pain in the head, often on one side. It …
For many people, finding a primary care physician (PCP) feels less important than finding a specialist, especially if you’re experiencing a chronic problem that you’re desperately looking to treat. However, a family doctor is essential for your general wellbeing. Today, I want to cover five …
From what to eat, when to eat, and how much to eat to physical activity requirements and recommendations, there is a lot of conflicting advice about the best approach to take for weight management. Given this confusion, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. To best take …
Many people feel a sense of dread when it comes time for their annual appointment with their primary care provider (PCP). There’s often anxiety associated with scheduling the appointment, not to mention actually going to it. It’s worth overcoming your fears and discomfort though: Studies …
For this month’s post, I want to focus on anxiety, something we’ve all dealt with at one time or another. Simply put, anxiety is the body’s normal reaction to stress. Often called the “flight or fight” response, it involves the production of adrenaline to help …