How do you evaluate whether a liver is healthy or not? What metrics do doctors look at to determine if a patient needs intervention or if they are healthy? Liver function tests(LFTs) are a group of blood tests used to assess the health and function of the liver. These tests measure various enzymes, proteins, and substances… Continue reading What Are Liver Function Tests for MASH?
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The Role of the Liver in Whole-Body Health and How MASH Disrupts It
Among the most vital organs in the human body are: the brain, kidneys, heart, liver and lungs. Most people are aware of what these organs do! The brain is our computer, the heart the engine, the lungs keep us breathing, and the kidneys filter our blood. The liver, being a vital organ, is also one… Continue reading The Role of the Liver in Whole-Body Health and How MASH Disrupts It
The Role of Exercise in Supporting Liver Health With MASH
Regular exercise is one of the best habits to get into. You may be aware of how exercise helps your heart and your lungs, but did you know it can actually improve the function of your liver? For people with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), fat builds up in the liver over time. This fat can… Continue reading The Role of Exercise in Supporting Liver Health With MASH
Tips for Exercising with Kidney Disease As The Weather Changes
Is It Safe to Exercise with Kidney Disease When the Weather Is Changing? Spring is here, and the weather is changing rapidly! You know what that means – time to adjust your exercise routine if you’re living with kidney disease. These seasonal shifts can influence how Chronic Kidney Disease patients experience symptoms during physical activity.… Continue reading Tips for Exercising with Kidney Disease As The Weather Changes
Perimenopause Rage 101: When Losing Your Cool Affects Your Everyday Life
Perimenopause is a transitional phase that marks the beginning of changes leading to menopause. This crucial period can bring about a variety of physical and emotional symptoms, most of which are misunderstood or misclassified as menopause symptoms. While the term “menopause” is frequently used to describe age-related hormonal changes, it’s essential to recognize that the… Continue reading Perimenopause Rage 101: When Losing Your Cool Affects Your Everyday Life
How to Reduce Stress with Gratitude
In our fast-paced, high-pressure world, stress often seems like an unwelcome companion. Cortisol, a hormone released during times of stress, can create a cascade of negative effects on our bodies, including disrupted sleep, weight gain, heightened blood pressure, and a weakened immune system. Fortunately, recent studies have shown that gratitude can play a crucial role… Continue reading How to Reduce Stress with Gratitude
Why Magnesium Is Important During Menopause
Menopause is a significant transition in a woman’s life, often accompanied by a range of physical and emotional changes. As hormone levels fluctuate and diminish, women can experience symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, sleep disturbances, and changes in weight. While there’s no magic cure for these challenges, understanding the role of magnesium during this… Continue reading Why Magnesium Is Important During Menopause
Split Night Solutions for New Parents
Welcoming a newborn into the family is an exhilarating experience, but it often comes with its own set of challenges—one of which is the phenomenon known as “split nights.” Many new parents find themselves facing a frustrating situation where their little one seems wide awake when they should be sleeping, leading to sleepless nights and… Continue reading Split Night Solutions for New Parents
The Essential Questions to Ask (or Have Answered) During Your First IVF Consultation
When embarking on the journey of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), one of the most significant steps is your first consultation with a fertility clinic. This meeting sets the tone for what can be a lengthy, complicated, and emotionally-charged process. It’s vital to feel comfortable with the team that will guide you through every step, as… Continue reading The Essential Questions to Ask (or Have Answered) During Your First IVF Consultation
WHO Report: Pregnancy Complications Often Go Undetected and Untreated
A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) found that many pregnancy-related complications are not being caught or treated in time. This has lead to thousands of deaths worldwide. In 2020, around 287,000 women died worldwide because of complications from pregnancy or childbirth. The two biggest causes were severe bleeding (hemorrhage) and high blood… Continue reading WHO Report: Pregnancy Complications Often Go Undetected and Untreated