Most people, when they are trying to lose weight, end up hitting a wall. These are called “weight plateaus,” and they can be incredibly frustrating! Even when you feel like you are doing everything right, you may find that your weight is still not dropping. While these can sometimes be attributed to diet or exercise… Continue reading Signs Weight Loss Plateau Is Actually Anxiety Related
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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
Can Gut Bacteria Predict MS Severity? A New Study
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects nearly 2.9 million people worldwide. In MS, the body’s immune system attacks the central nervous system, leading to a wide range of symptoms. Scientists are constantly looking for ways to better understand MS and predict its progression. A recent study suggests that the balance of certain… Continue reading Can Gut Bacteria Predict MS Severity? A New Study
What to Eat for Early Stage CKD and Why It Affects Your Mental Health
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) can be an overwhelming diagnosis, and managing the condition often requires significant changes to your lifestyle—especially your diet. As you adapt to a new way of eating, you can easily feel frustrated by the foods you can no longer enjoy. However, it is crucial to focus on the right foods and… Continue reading What to Eat for Early Stage CKD and Why It Affects Your Mental Health
Weight Loss: Improving the Odds of Getting Pregnant with PCOS
Having a child is a momentous occasion in anyone’s life. Deciding to start your fertility journey comes with its own challenges and hurdles! For women with polycystic ovary syndrom (PCOS), there are a few more barriers to overcome. This hormonal condition does affect pregnancy and your chances of getting pregnant. It does not, however, mean… Continue reading Weight Loss: Improving the Odds of Getting Pregnant with PCOS
How Losing Weight Can Impact Your Chances of Getting Pregnant
Many people know that being overweight or obese increases the risk of health issues like heart disease and diabetes. However, fewer people realize that excess weight can also impact fertility and increase the likelihood of pregnancy complications. If you are trying to conceive, getting closer to a healthy weight can improve your chances of getting… Continue reading How Losing Weight Can Impact Your Chances of Getting Pregnant
How to Enjoy Frozen Foods with CKD
If you’ve been diagnosed with CKD, you might be wondering if frozen foods are off-limits. Maybe you’ve heard they’re packed with sodium or preservatives, and now you’re feeling overwhelmed every time you step into the frozen aisle. Good news—you can enjoy frozen foods with CKD! In fact, frozen options can make eating for your kidney… Continue reading How to Enjoy Frozen Foods with CKD
Racial Inequality in Outcomes for DME
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Diabetes is a widespread health problem in the United States. In 2021, about 38.4 million Americans, which is 11.6% of the total population, had diabetes. Of these, 29.7 million were diagnosed, while an estimated 8.7 million were undiagnosed. Diabetes is especially common in seniors. Nearly 30%… Continue reading Racial Inequality in Outcomes for DME
Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Explained
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Diabetes remains one of the most common health concerns worldwide. Estimates report that around 10.5% of the world’s adult population has the disease! And of that almost half are unaware. This number is only expected to go up. By 2045 the IDF Diabetes Atlas projects that… Continue reading Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Explained
What’s the Difference Between Glaucoma and DME?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA For people living with diabetes, there are a number of potential complications to watch out for! One area of the body that diabetes can impact is the eyes. Your eyes have a number of tiny blood vessels running through them, and high blood sugar levels can… Continue reading What’s the Difference Between Glaucoma and DME?