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Weight loss starts in the mind. Most adults can tell you HOW to lose weight. Take in less calories, exercise to burn more calories. Weight loss is a simple concept, but a deeper issue. Shedding pounds doesn’t just make you look better. Shedding pounds makes you FEEL better. But until your MIND is ready to accept that the goal of …

When we think of inflammation, we often conjure up ideas of red, swollen cuts, bruises, or injuries that we’ve endured. Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury in order to heal. For example, if you get a tiny paper cut, the skin will start to bleed a bit, and may become puffy or red during the healing process. In …

Our pets have gotten quite used to us working from home and they also absolutely enjoy having the kids home for the summer, or in some cases, since the pandemic hit. Why? They are no longer alone all day for hours on end. This is especially true for dogs, as they are typically much more needy and attached to their …

By Murilo Lima, M.D. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that’s found in all the cells in your body. Your body needs some cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help you digest foods. Your body makes all the cholesterol it needs. Cholesterol is also found in foods from animal sources, such as egg yolks, meat, and cheese. …

Many people worry about cholesterol – and with good reason. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), more than one-third of American adults have high cholesterol, putting them at greater risk of heart disease – the leading cause of death in the United States. What you eat can be essential in maintaining your cholesterol and cardiovascular health. But first, what …

Sunscreen. Sun Hat. Sun Shirt. How much is enough to protect the skin you are in? A day in the sun isn’t as much fun when you learn the damaging affects of UV rays. If you work outdoors or play outdoors, sun protection is a must. If you have endured sun damage already in your life then you need to …

Vascular disease is a variety of illnesses that affect the arteries and veins of the body. The most common cause of vascular disease is atherosclerosis, which happens when a buildup of a fatty substance called plaque inside the arteries causes them to narrow, slowing or blocking the flow of blood. The causes of atherosclerosis aren’t clearly understood, but experts do …

Doctor urges sunscreen use and exams to prevent skin cancer on feet When at the pool or beach, we all lather up with sun screen to protect our skin from the harmful rays of the sun. But do we remember to apply sunscreen to our feet? July is UV Safety Month. Many don’t realize skin cancer can occur on the …

Charlie and Roberta Marshall moved to The Terraces at Bonita Springs in February 2021. As Charlie says, “We moved to The Not many seniors decided to move into a senior living community during a once in-a-lifetime global pandemic. But most seniors aren’t Virginia Haronis. Ginny, as she’s known, moved into The Terraces at Bonita Springs last September. She’s never looked …

For decades, anti-cannabis groups and politicians labeled cannabis the ultimate gateway drug. However, a recent multi-year study from the University of Washington shows that cannabis legalization has decreased the dependency on alcohol, tobacco, and synthetic painkillers (opioids). Below, we’ll dive into the data that explains how cannabis and marijuana legalization is helping individuals across the nation ditch alcohol, cigarettes, and …