Wellness
Stress and Health in the Fall Season
The fall season can be stressful after a nice leisurely summer. Kids are back in school, the traffic to and from work is heavier, days become shorter, and the holidays are just around the corner. Seems everything gets back into full force! The symptoms...
Crockpot meals: A simple, healthy way to cook
Are you tired of coming home and thinking “what am I going to make for dinner tonight??!!” Has dinner time become the most dreaded part of your day? Fret no more! Crockpot meals can be your saving grace! What is a crockpot? It is a slow cooker that can be used...
Pregnancy after Bariatric Surgery
Sharon McLemore RN MSN NP-C I’m often asked if one can safely get pregnant after bariatric surgery. The short answer is, yes. It’s not unusual for women with obesity-related infertility problems, like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) to start ovulating...
September – Food Safety Awareness Month
In order to avoid foodborne illnesses, food safety guidelines should be practiced when purchasing, prepping, cooking/reheating, and storing foods. The danger begins once the food items are expired, reheated incorrectly or at room temperature for more than two...
Hydration: Why is it important?
Our bodies are made up of approximately 60-70% water which is lost through normal daily activities such as breathing, sweating and in human waste. Water keeps us hydrated and must be replenished every day for the body to function properly. A minimum of 64 ounces...
What is Iron?
What is Iron? Iron is a mineral, and its main purpose is to carry oxygen in the hemoglobin of red blood cells throughout the body so cells can produce energy. It is crucial to have iron so that your body can create these healthy red blood cells. Iron deficiency is...
Cleared for Resistance Training. What’s Next?
Author: Jessi Treadway What is Resistance Training? Resistance training is a form of exercise that improves muscular strength and endurance. During a resistance training workout, you move your limbs against resistance provided by your body weight, gravity, bands,...
Stress and How It Impacts on the Body
By: Sharon McLemore RN MSN NP-C We’ve all heard the old saying ‘stress kills’, but what does that really mean? Ongoing high levels of stress can cause hormonal changes resulting in detrimental chemical changes in the body. These chemical changes increase cravings...
Natural Sugars vs. Added Sugars
By: Cecilia V Sanchez MS RDN LD A popular topic has become sugar in foods and beverages, but the way in which this topic is discussed in the media is not always accurate. Many times the definition of sugar is not explained nor the different types that exist. Sugar...
What’s the Deal with Fad Diets?
With the holidays over and a new year in full swing, many people want to get healthy and lose weight. With so many different diet options out there, it can be difficult to sift through and find something that is sustainable and will create long term, positive...
Setting Successful Goals
Aleisha Green, L.V.N. Waco Clinical Coordinator Happy New Year everyone! Now that the New Year is here let’s talk about those resolutions that we all say we are going to keep and never do. Personal Successful Goal Setting is like a new year’s resolution, it’s...
Bariatric Eating During The Holidays
It is the holidays again, and bariatric patients can find it difficult to manage weight loss goals. It is important to be cautious of your food choices and balance indulgence with moderation. Using these holiday eating tips bariatric patients can enjoy their...