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By Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD Muscle wasting. It’s a nasty phenomenon that scares many of us over the age of 40 – especially when we stand naked in front of the mirror! Known more formally as sarcopenia, muscle wasting is a major issue. As many as 25-45% of older adults in the United States suffer from problematic loss of muscle mass …

When it comes to heart health, many of us focus solely on what we eat. While a heart-healthy diet is undoubtedly crucial, a holistic approach to heart health considers not only the food we consume but also our overall lifestyle, emotional wellbeing, and social connections. In this article, we will discuss how a holistic approach to heart healthy eating can …

If you could lose fat and gain muscle without working out and see results in around 2 months, would you do it? Is it possible? Is there technology that can sculpt the body and make us look better? It’s not a dream. The day has finally arrived! Emsculpt NEO is a nonsurgical body contouring device that combines high-intensity focused electromagnetic …

Carol Clark, CFA Do you take care of yourself? Your mind, your body, your spirit? Self-care might include eating well, exercising, getting enough sleep, or trying to do something you enjoy each day. But what about your money? Financial health is just as critical as your overall physical health. You might be interested in diversifying your portfolio, retirement planning, setting …

By Ramon A. Gil, M.D., Medical Director, Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Center of SWFL Dr. Gil had the opportunity to ask Shebani, Can Yoga Help Patients with Parkinson’s Disease? Shebani: I recently had a wonderful interaction with a chair yoga student who has Parkinson’s disease. She excitedly came to me after class to share that she was overjoyed to experience stillness …

Skin cancer, which is the most common form of cancer in the United States, is the result of the abnormal growth of skin cells. Cancer can affect skin anywhere on the body but most frequently appears on skin that is exposed to the sun. There are more than a million new cases of skin cancer in the United States each …

Accounting for an estimated 30 percent of new cancer cases in women each year, breast cancer has impacted more than 3.8 million women in the United States. Those who have not been diagnosed are considered at average risk, about 13 percent or 1 out of 8 women. However, family history, race, ethnicity, and genetics can increase your risk of breast …

By Dr. Aneley Yegezu Hundae, M.D., FACC Heart failure is a condition where the heart doesn’t meet the body demand in pumping adequate blood. This leads to several symptoms and signs as well as various laboratory abnormalities. The most common presentation is from fluid build up in the body leading to; shortness of breath, leg swelling, weight gain, inability to …

By Afton Patterson Companion care is a type of in-home care that provides socialization, emotional support, and assistance with daily activities for individuals who may be living alone or have limited mobility. This type of care is designed to help seniors, people with disabilities, and those recovering from an illness or injury to maintain their independence and quality of life. …

By Joyce Vein & Aesthetics Institute Spider veins (telangiectasia) are damaged, visible blood vessels just beneath your skin’s surface. They typically look red, blue or purple. They may appear in clusters that resemble spider webs or tree branches. Spider veins can form anywhere, but they usually develop in your legs or face. Many of us will eventually encounter vein health …