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Fiber – Your friend for good gut health

Is it time for a gut check? As in, do you suffer from gastrointestinal issues and feel like you could use some help?  You’re in the right place. Good gut health matters and many people suffer from various gastrointestinal problems. For instance, a diet filled with fiber helps improve gastrointestinal health by regulating bowel movements… Read more

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Women’s influential role in men’s health

A good woman can be a man’s best investment for their health and well-being. But when men avoid keeping yearly physicals or seeing their doctor for health concerns, I and other doctors, depend on women’s influential ways convincing men to stop neglecting their health. First, I want women to understand men’s natural tendency of putting… Read more

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Why having one chronic disease can lead to another

The saying, “One thing leads to another,” is especially applicable when talking about chronic disease. The CDC defines chronic disease as a medical condition lasting at least one year requiring ongoing medical attention or limits activities of daily living or both. Approximately half of all Americans will have a chronic disease at some point in… Read more

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5 Reasons why canned fruits and vegetables can be part of a healthy diet

Do you shy away from canned fruits and vegetables believing they are inferior to fresh or frozen? If so, you’re missing out on their role in an overall healthy way of eating. Consider the fact that both fresh and frozen produce can be more expensive. Fresh produce must be eaten within a certain time frame… Read more

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3 at-home self exams for men that could save their life

Since men tend to avoid visiting their doctor until absolutely necessary, performing bodily self-exams is more important than ever. This self-exams are crucial for catching medical issues early and for staying healthy. Most self-exams can be done well under five minutes but are worth every second if a suspicious finding turns out to be a… Read more