GERD (Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease) is pervasive. If you have heartburn or “mini-vomits”, you likely have GERD. I’ve written several articles on what GERD is and ways to help it. This time, I’m focusing on what NOT to do if you have GERD. First: Do NOT ignore it. Chronic GERD, untreated or poorly managed, can lead
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To do an article on mental clarity, we need first to define it: Focus and Concentration: the ability to stay engaged, or concentrated on a task without being easily distracted. When well-focused, productivity and performance are enhanced. Decision Making: good mental clarity allows for quick, rational decision-making by weighing options clearly, confidently, without second-guessing or
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Have you ever looked at your cholesterol labs and didn’t have a clue what those numbers mean? You’re not alone. In this podcast episode, Dr. Carling is breaking down what each of those numbers mean, how the different types of cholesterol interact, and how all of this can affect your health. Let’s dive in! What’s
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Fatty liver disease (also known as hepatic steatosis), occurs when excessive fat accumulates in the liver, which can lead to severe health complications such as cirrhosis and liver cancer. Fatty liver disease, then as a result of excess alcohol consumption, was identified in the early 1800’s. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is relatively new, and
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I’m sure you’ve heard lots about blood pressure especially in how it can be an indicator of health in these past few years. But what do you really know about what it measures and what impacts blood pressure? In today’s podcast episode, we’re breaking down all things blood pressure, from the dangers of ignoring high
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The coffee industry spends lots of money to convince you of the health benefits of coffee. And while there does appear to be some minor benefits, the detriments, in my professional opinion, outweigh the benefits. Excessive coffee intake (varies, but the most common opinion is 2 cups per day), can lead to a variety of
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It is easier to stay well than to be sick. Loss of time at school, work, fun activities, and serving others are a few of the consequences of being sick. Many people choose to take a preventive approach to avoiding seasonal illnesses. But some recommendations don’t consider the limitations or idiosyncrasies of what they recommend.
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Hiatal hernias are a real pain–literally! Surgery can fix a hernia, at least temporarily, but today, we’re going to dive into how you can prevent them or keep them from recurring. We’re covering what a hiatal hernia is, what makes someone susceptible to hiatal hernias, hernia triggers, and non-surgical treatment and prevention options. Let’s dive
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The bugs are out! Our little petri dishes are cultivating all kinds of opportunistic “bugs” as they go back to school and sports activities. A “petri dish” is a shallow container filled with a nutrient-rich medium that is used to grow cultures of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi or cells, used for diagnostic or experimental
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As “modern medicine” increasingly relies on surgery, radiation and drugs for most conditions, a fair percentage of the populace are looking for more natural options. Likely, in their quest they discover, or re-discover herbal medicine. As people strive to take their own health into their hands, there can be a lot of questions. The internet
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