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Middle-aged man living with Parkinson’s disease practices yoga to help with symptoms.

Managing Early-Onset Parkinson’s Disease With Exercise

Apr 09, 2021

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects dopamine-producing neurons in the brain. The onset of symptoms varies from person to person, but people living with Parkinson’s disease may experience tremors, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), limb rigidity, or gait and balance...

Neurology
Doctor points out signs of stroke in COVID-19 patient’s MRI brain scan.

Connections Between COVID-19 and Stroke You Need to Know

Apr 09, 2021

The connections between COVID-19 and stroke may boil down to a combination of factors, including complications that come with an infection or pre-existing conditions. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and its connection to stroke. Can COVID-19 increase your risk of...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Stroke Care
A young woman practices loving-kindness meditation to help reduce stress and manage anxiety.

How To Practice Loving-Kindness Meditation

Apr 09, 2021

What does loving-kindness mean? Kindness is the quality of being generous and caring. Loving is the act of caring for someone deeply. Combine these two words, and you get the root of loving-kindness meditation: compassion. This meditation drives a particular purpose of directing loving thoughts...

General Health & Wellness
Resolutions - Mind
A pregnant woman reads a day-by-day pregnancy book.

Pregnancy, Labor, and COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions

Apr 09, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about our lives — the way we connect with others, the safety precautions we take in public, and in some cases, the way women give birth. In areas experiencing significant numbers of hospitalizations, some OBGYNs are offering elective inductions to avoid...

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Maternity
A nurse prepares a woman’s arm to administer the COVID-19 vaccine.

How the COVID-19 Vaccine Can Help Us Achieve Herd Immunity

Apr 09, 2021

Because the situation surrounding COVID-19 is constantly evolving, some information may not be up to date. Stay informed by following information from your local officials and by visiting the CDC website. With over 15 million Americans fully vaccinated, the U.S. seems to be on schedule for...

COVID-19 Vaccine
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
A woman reads the nutrition label on a package of deli meat.

How To Read Nutrition Labels Like a Dietitian

Mar 22, 2021

Nutrition labels are great; they help you figure out the ingredients and nutritional composition of a food product. Sometimes, though, they can be a bit deceitful. That snack may look healthy with only 6% of your daily saturated fat intake and 5% of your sodium, but take a closer look, and you...

Diet & Fitness
Resolutions - Body
Half of a roasted spaghetti squash is topped with tomato sauce and cheese.

How To Make Your Favorite Comfort Food Healthy

Mar 19, 2021

When it comes to comfort food, most people prefer dishes that are rich, fried, full of carbs, and, well, unhealthy. However, there are easy swaps you can make in a beloved recipe to make it more nutritious, and that’s exactly what Dr. Angela Nunnery, primary care physician in Kingwood, does. We...

Recipes
Diet & Fitness
Resolutions - Body
20 Nutrient-Dense Ingredients To Add to Your Shopping List

20 Nutrient-Dense Ingredients To Add to Your Shopping List

Mar 12, 2021

Get the most nutrient-packed ingredients on your next shopping trip! Some foods provide a lot of calories without much nutritional value. Nutrient-dense foods, however, are rich in vitamins and minerals that fuel your body without added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat. Here’s our list of 20 foods...

Diet & Fitness
General Health & Wellness

5 Effects of the American Diet on Health

Mar 11, 2021

We can all agree that it’s easier to stop by a fast food restaurant or pop open a bag of chips after a busy day at work than cook a healthy meal at home. The convenience factor outweighs all the rest. However, these convenient foods have become the cornerstone of what’s known as the American diet...

Diet & Fitness
Digestive Health
General Health & Wellness
Colorectal Cancer Screening & Treatment: Dr. Tianming Liu Shares What You Need To Know

Colorectal Cancer Screening & Treatment: Dr. Tianming Liu Shares What You Need To Know

Mar 11, 2021

Today, screening for colorectal cancer is more important than ever. In general, a person’s lifetime risk for developing this type of cancer is about 1 in 25. That risk increases to more than 1 in 10 if someone has a family history. However, the incidence of colorectal cancer has been increasing...

Digestive Health
Healthy Aging
General Health & Wellness