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Bodies In Balance Archive
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Diabetes, Am I At Risk?
Posted on January 24, 2012 | No CommentsLast month I reviewed the definition and disease process of Diabetes. This month I would like to personalize this subject a bit more and explore whether you are at risk.... -
Understanding THE American Disease, Diabetes
Posted on December 6, 2011 | No CommentsDIABETES IS a disease that affects close to 19 million people (2010) in the United States alone. This is an increase of approximately 4 million cases since I first wrote... -
Screening 101
Posted on November 5, 2011 | No CommentsOne of the accomplishments of modern medicine is our ability to screen for common diseases. Whether we are monitoring blood pressure as a screen for cardiovascular disease or getting a... -
Bones: Invest Now or Pay Later
Posted on October 11, 2011 | No CommentsOur skeletal system is what structures our bodies. It is a major influence on our height, build and movement. Our bones are not only building blocks, however, they are indeed... -
Healthy Aging
Posted on September 8, 2011 | No CommentsAs we approach fall and the bounty of summer begins to wilt and wither it makes me think of the aging process normal and natural to all living things. It... -
Prioritize your Health…Take a Vacation!
Posted on August 7, 2011 | No CommentsSUMMER IS an ideal time to vacation, the days are long, the weather pleasant, kids are out of school, and our dispositions are generally upbeat and energetic. A vacation can... -
Gluten-Free…Is It For Me?
Posted on July 11, 2011 | No CommentsFOOD HAS become an increasingly complicated topic in our country and the world. Despite the fact that we have a seeming abundance of choices here in the U.S., really when... -
Got Questions?
Posted on June 5, 2011 | No CommentsThis month I want to take time to answer a few questions. These are either from you, my readers, or frequently asked from my patients. I always welcome questions and... -
Spring Cleansing
Posted on May 10, 2011 | No CommentsSpring is here!?! So I thought it time to revisit the idea of cleansing, a must for me this time of year, hope you will consider it for your health... -
Weighing in on the Problem of Weight
Posted on April 8, 2011 | No CommentsTHERE IS NO MORE concerning issue facing my patients, our country and the world than our increasing weight. It is a complex and multi-faceted issue, which is by no means...