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By Chrisanna Harrington-Wright, MA, RDN, LMHC Since 2005, I have been practicing in two fields, nutrition and psychotherapy, my company is called Nutegra Mental Health and Nutrition. In May 2019, I had the great opportunity to join Dr. Pollack’s office to combine both areas of study, and that is what I am doing at Psychiatric Associates of Southwest Florida. Over …

By Tiffany D. Kriz, PT, DPT, CHC What is a health coach? A health coach is someone that teaches healthy nutrition habits, makes healthiness simple and fun, and addresses obesity, disease prevention, and wellness. The profession of physical therapy allows us to see people in a “diseased or illness” state but who want to return to their more active lives. …

Hair Loss can be very traumatic for men and women. Even though many more men are affected by hair loss, women have the greatest emotional upset over thinning hair. Men usually can start to see hair loss in their twenties. It can be very insidious or can progress quite quickly. Women typically see the thinning of hair later in life …

Pharmacy Should Fit Your Lifestyle Not Disrupt It With busy times and health-conscious minds, people want better options, and we listened. No more time wasted on prescription pick up: PharmacyGO will obtain, fill, and deliver right to your door. Compounding and Customizing Your Medications In addition to preparing your traditional prescriptions, we also offer compounding medications for patients with custom …

In the United States, over 730,000 Americans suffer heart attacks every year. Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women. Various disorders are major contributors in heart complications, like stress, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, atherosclerosis (plaque in arteries), family history, smoking, and obesity. Arterial plaque, narrowing of the vascular arteries, and the lack of oxygen …

Colon cancer is the third most common type of cancer in the United States. It affects nearly 50,000 Americans each year. If caught early on, it can easily be treated. Typically, there are little to no signs or symptoms of colon polyps, so it’s critical to have screenings on an regular basis. In 2018, the American Cancer Society updated screening …

Cloud9 Float Spa & Wellness Center Afloat spa is an ultimate escape for overall health improvement. Whether referred to as sensory deprivation tanks, float tanks or simply “floating,” deprivation therapy treatments diminish nearly all sights, sounds, smells and touch, earning a reputation for naturally easing many ailments. Floaters report sensory deprivation tank benefits include insomnia cures and relief from chronic …

We’re much more educated now about healthy diets and the importance of exercise, but what doesn’t garner much attention is the importance of intimacy and sexuality. Being sexually intimate has the ability to increase our overall health. So, how does this one aspect make us healthier? It has to do with the release of major hormones and chemicals that our …

By Heidi Neyra, Owner – Certified Personal Trainer and CCHT Not many women realize the long-term effects of wearing elevated footwear. But elevating your foot out of alignment causes effects that can create muscle imbalances that typically result in pain or injury. Your Gait Matters It’s is first important to understand that there is proper way to walk – strike …

If you are a new pet owner, understanding the tasks at hand is essential for your pet’s health, happiness, and safety. Getting your new pet acclimated to your surroundings and schedule is critical for their comfort and will ease any anxiety that they may have. If you work full time, it’s helpful to find a neighbor, friend, or relative that …