Republished from harvard.edu Many people shy away from eating fish for fears of contaminants. This may not be a valid reason. Fish is a very important part of a healthy diet. Fish and other seafood are the major sources of healthful long-chain omega-3 fats and are also rich in other nutrients such as vitamin D […]
Pain is the body’s self-preservation tool that alerts you that damage to your body is occurring or likely to occur. The inability to experience pain, like when a person has lost sensation because of diabetes, can be dangerous because the person receives no warning of impending damage. If you suffer from chronic pain or no […]
Republished from Medical News Today Sugars are a type of simple carbohydrate that occur naturally in some foods and drinks. They are also an additive in certain foods and drinks. Consuming too much sugar can lead to health problems, such as increasing the risk of weight gain, diabetes, tooth cavities, and more. Many healthful food […]
February is American Heart Health Month, and a great time to brush up on women’s heart health facts to keep you in great shape. Below, we walk you through all the facts a woman should know about the risks and prevention of heart disease. Many fatal heart attacks and strokes are preventable. What is Heart Health […]
Eating foods for a healthy heart involves keeping to a nutrient-rich diet. Primary sources are plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and beans. Moderate amounts of dairy and fish are beneficial as well. A diet that can help prevent or manage heart failure also excludes certain foods. Experts recommend limiting the intake of […]
New research suggests that gardening offers various health benefits, including a reduced risk of chronic diseases like cancer. A new study shows that people who work in community gardens receive various health benefits that may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like cancer and can improve mental health. The randomized controlled trial involved 145 […]
Our Women’s health services in San Pedro are focused on the prevention and treatment of medical conditions and diseases in women. Services that this San Pedro women’s health clinic provide are diagnosis and management of health issues which includes screening of conditions which women are at risk for, and prone to. This unique women’s health […]
Here at Prime Medical, we are often asked a question by women of various age groups: “How often should women get mammograms?” Advances in Medicine and greater awareness has meant that women are now more knowledgeable about the threat of breast cancer and how timely mammogram screening can help detect this disease early and thus […]
