According to the American Heart Association, 47 million Americans have metabolic syndrome. What is it exactly? Let’s find out. Metabolic syndrome is essentially a cluster of risk factors that include abdominal fat, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and high blood sugar. The combination of all of these risk factors can cause serious health problems, including […]
Proper nutrition can seem like an unsolvable equation. Every day we’re learning about new trends and what we should and shouldn’t be eating. While there are always newly discovered ways to stay on top of your nutrition, there are some basics that have proven to be tried and true. Let’s boil those basics down into […]
A heart isn’t just a symbol for love; it’s one of the most important organs in the human body. Its main function is to pump blood through the blood vessels to your body’s 75 trillion cells to help them function properly. Did you know that an adult heart beats around 100,000 times a day? In […]
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck. Though small in size, this gland serves a big purpose in many of our body’s functions. In a previous blog, we took an in-depth look at the thyroid and how it helps keep our body functioning at an optimal level. Today we’re […]
As humans, we only get two sets of teeth – baby teeth and permanent teeth. That’s why taking care of our mouth both through a daily self-care routine and with the help of professionals is imperative to maintaining good overall oral health. Because we understand the importance of a visit to a professional dentist, we’ve […]
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