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When it comes to choosing a healthy diet, the amount of contradictory information and programs can be overwhelming. Is vegan, paleo, pescatarian, or keto the answer for optimal health? The answer is not so cut and dry. The confusion lies in the fact that all people have different needs and …

A New Generation of Super Nutraceuticals For decades, the medical community has been focusing on a natural compound in our bodies called “hyaluronic acid”, or HA, and collagen, both of which are chief components of healthy connective tissue throughout the body. HA and collagen are especially important to knees, elbows, …

Reliance Medical Centers continues to re-invent healthcare delivery for older adults with the addition of the Wellbeing Adviser Program. Adding a Wellbeing Adviser (a Licensed Clinical Social Worker) to a Primary Care clinic is a vital move in improving patient care, but when you understand why, it makes perfect sense. …

You’ve known about inserts for years (hello Dr. Scholl). These inserts are available at the local drug store, big box stores, online and even at most grocery stores. It turns out that inserts, insoles and arch supports are all generally the same item, just called different terms. They are off-the-shelf …

Pamper yourself and your follicles with new science-based trichology treatments Let’s start by getting right to the point. Healthy hair begins with a healthy scalp. Period. But, unfortunately, because it hides out of sight, we often forget to take care of our scalp – until concerns become noticeable – and …

Kevin T. Barlow, Au.D. Regular exercise provides a wealth of benefits: more energy, longer life expectancy, stronger bones and muscles, and lower risk for obesity and diabetes, to name a few. A recent study has added a new benefit to the list: delay of age-related hearing loss. Age-related hearing loss …

The pages of a cookbook don’t just hold words, they hold a history of family meals. Passed down from generation to generation, the recipes within it dictate a sense of identity among family gatherings. As the words on the page transform into meals shared around a table, a feeling of …

If you’ve ever been given a health exam by a doctor or nurse, you’re probably familiar with getting your blood pressure checked. A cuff is placed over your wrist or upper arm and inflates — constricting the arteries. When the air is released, the nurse uses a stethoscope to listen …

Vivace RF Microneedling is now available at Bella Viságe Medical & Aesthetic Rejuvenation. It’s the newest generation of radio frequency microneedling, and The Vivace is FDA-cleared for your safety. This minimally-invasive treatment stimulates the natural production of collagen and is shown to be effective in alleviating facial wrinkles, fine lines, …

Are you one of the many people who have problems with joint mobility or joint discomfort? Most people, including doctors, do not believe that diet and the right supplements can have such a profound effect on our joints, skin, and connective tissue despite the accumulating research. There is a huge …