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Living with food allergies presents daily challenges, particularly when it comes to avoiding potential triggers during meals. Fortunately, food allergy testing can provide valuable insights into identifying and managing allergies. In this comprehensive guide, we Read More
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According to research done by the World Health Organisation (W.H.O), over 1.9 billion adults worldwide were overweight. This could be attributed to a change in diet and lifestyle for many people. Five Ways to Speed Read More
Mental health is an incredibly complex, diverse, and vast topic of discussion with many different accumulated experiences or causes. It can often lead to many other different symptoms, including anxiety or depression. Prescription drugs for Read More
The braces have come off, and now it’s time to keep your teeth straight. One final responsibility in your orthodontic journey that often gets overlooked is wearing your retainer. Retainers aren’t just an afterthought; they Read More
Our condition spotlight section focuses on health issues that generally last longer than one year. Often referred to as chronic diseases they require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both. Chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. They are also leading drivers of the nation’s $3.8 trillion in annual health care costs.
Many chronic diseases are caused by a short list of risk behaviors:
Tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke.
Poor nutrition, including diets low in fruits and vegetables and high in sodium and saturated fats.
Lack of physical activity.
Excessive alcohol use.
By making healthy choices, you can reduce your likelihood of getting a chronic disease and improve your quality of life.
