The month of November is American Diabetes Month. Unfortunately, Diabetes is one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States. It can cause blindness, nerve damage, kidney disease, and other health problems if it’s not controlled.
Thanksgiving is a time to spend with family and loved ones, and, of course…EAT!
Although we may have the best of intentions, the spread of turkey, chicken, casseroles, pies, and more may make it difficult to keep up with your healthy goals for the year.
Well, here are some tips to help you survive the weekend, and not regret it so much later
With the warmer weather, you may find motivation to get outside and enjoy the sun.
Whether you’re an olympic athlete or a picnic attendee, the extreme heat these days could be dangerous.
A number of young, elderly, and even the middle-aged have been treated at nearby clinics and hospitals for heat exhaustion or even heat stroke.
So, the question is, how can we enjoy the sun and avoid an emergent trip to the doctor?
This smoothie is great for a part of your detox/cleanse regimen.
Digestion doesn’t just take place in your stomach. The pancreas produces a large portion of your digestive enzymes, as does the small intestine, stomach lining, liver, and saliva glands (digestion begins in the mouth, after all). But these enzymes do not digest food -they actually digest nutrients.
It’s February, and that means it’s American Heart Month. At the same time, it’s also Black History Month. Ironically, with heart disease being the #1 killer in the United States, the risk is even higher for Black Americans.
So, it seems to be that no matter what your background is…especially here in the “US of A”, heart disease is truly a serious matter.
Dr Felecia Sumner is a board-certified family medicine physician, wellness strategist, national speaker and best-selling author. She is dedicated to empowering you and your communities to become WELL – Whole, Energized, and Loving Life.
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