Published on Apr 3, 2019 by Rachel Newmyer, RN | Men's Health, Regain Health, Weight Loss, Women's Health
Dear Navigator, I have heard that intestinal gas post-surgery is a big problem. What if anything can be done for this? Good question Jan, many post-operative bariatric patients do indeed complain of gas. These are some things I have learned over the years for...
Published on Mar 26, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Just the thought of hemorrhoids is enough for most people to cringe, either in embarrassment or at the thought of pain. But if you’ve ever experienced them, you are not alone — and help is available! Because hemorrhoids involve a “private” area of the body and are...
Published on Mar 19, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
No-Bake Cookie Dough Protein Balls Ingredients ½ cup almond butter ¼ cup honey ½ cup raw almonds, finely chopped 1 serving of your favorite plain, vanilla, or chocolate protein powder 2 tbsp mini semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips Instructions Combine all ingredients...
Published on Mar 5, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Consider this scenario: You take a medication for a symptom you’re experiencing. But after a few days or weeks, you develop another symptom, which may be caused by the medication you’re taking. So now you need another medication to help you manage the side effect of...
Published on Feb 18, 2019 by Jesse Doty, MD | Back, Bone & Joint Health, Hips, Knees & Shoulders, Men's Health, Sports Medicine, Stay Well, Women's Health
We’ve heard it for years — running is bad for your knees. But is that actually true? It seems to make sense. When you’re running, you’re putting a good deal of force and pressure on the joints in your knees. So, it’s no wonder when you end up with knee pain…or...
Published on Feb 13, 2019 by Berneet Kaur, MD | Brain Health & Stroke, Men's Health, Regain Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
If you’re one of the millions of Americans with a loved one who has dementia, it may seem as if his or her symptoms get worse at night. And you may actually be right. Researchers studying dementia have found that those with the condition often experience a sensation...
