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The Path to Balanced  Hormones, Healthy Eating,  and Active Living Introduction In our modern world, the dual epidemics of insulin resistance and obesity are wreaking havoc on public health. These conditions are not just about carrying extra weight or dealing with fluctuating blood sugar levels – they are precursors to …

How to Protect Your Hair During Alopecia Awareness Month When it comes to the seasons, nothing compares to the cooling temperatures and festivities that fall brings. From football season to pumpkin spice everything, it’s hard to find a better time of year than the autumn months. But, like every season, …

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell of the body. It plays a crucial role in building cell membranes, producing hormones like estrogen and testosterone, and synthesizing Vitamin D. While cholesterol is essential for various bodily functions, high levels of certain types of cholesterol can pose significant …

Have You Seen This Mane? by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS When it comes to missing hair, there’s no need to send out a search party. At Bauman Medical, my expert team and I are the only detectives you need to solve this mystery. Our latest advancements in diagnostic tools …

Chronic Pain can lead to depression, addictions, anxiety, stress, isolation, and even suicide. Over 116 million people suffer from various types of chronic pain disorders ranging from fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, neuropathy, back, hip and neck pain, just to name a few. Whether trauma or degenerative diseases have caused your pain, the …

As we begin to wind down on summer, it’s the perfect time to schedule your seasonal flu vaccine and make sure you’re up to date on other vaccines that help to protect you against respiratory illnesses, such as COVID-19 or pneumonia. These conditions tend to be more common during the …

Samuel Alfano, D.O. In the realm of cognitive health, two terms often intermingle, causing confusion: Alzheimer’s and dementia. While they are related, understanding their distinctions is crucial for proper diagnosis, treatment, and support. Grasping the contrast between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia not only aids those living with these conditions but …

Jason De Leon, MD Co-Founder of D&G Optimized Wellness and Hormones, LLC In the realm of health and wellness, many of our bodily functions are controlled by hormones, chemical messengers that dictate our energy, mood, metabolism, and overall vitality. As we age, this symphony can encounter discord, hormone levels drop, …

The Innovation Senior Living family of senior living communities offers an exceptional array of options for Florida residents and their loved ones. Our unique communities stretch across the state. When we envision getting older, many times we picture it in our current homes. While this may work for some, many …

Falling isn’t just a stumble; it can have serious consequences, especially for older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths among older adults and the most common cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma. However, the …