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How the Ketogenic Diet Can Affect Your Skin

February 14, 2019 2 Brian Coyne, MD

During a complete keto diet, your body is forced to enter a natural metabolic state called ketosis. During ketosis, your body breaks ketones from the fats, which become your body’s primary source of energy, rather than carbs or protein. While…

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Sore Throat Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Cure

January 10, 2019 0 Brian Coyne, MD

A sore throat or pharyngitis refers to the pain, itchiness, or irritation in the throat that generally gets worse when you swallow. The most frequent cause of a sore throat infection is a viral infection, for instance, a cold or…

Skin Protection

California Wildfires 2018: How Smoke Can Affect Your…

December 5, 2018 0 Gina Nguyen, MD

The devastating fires that roared through California have now dissipated due to the recent rain. While the danger of wildfires to residents living within the range of the fire is evident, those in surrounding areas should be aware of how…

Heatstroke and Heat Exhaustion

Heatstroke and Heat Exhaustion: Symptoms, Treatment, & Prevention…

September 24, 2018 0 Brian Coyne, MD

Getting a certain amount of sunshine is healthy, but summer heat can also cause various illnesses that generate similar unwanted symptoms. Learning the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke can help you determine when it’s time to call a…

Lifestyle

Low-Fat vs. Low-Carb Diet: Is One Better for…

August 31, 2018 1 Gina Nguyen, MD

There are as many diets as there are people who want to lose weight. No two people will lose weight in the same way: some will do better on a low-carb diet while others will reach their goal on a…

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Four Health Benefits Of Including Mangoes In Your…

July 20, 2018 3 Alicia

The mango is often savored for its sweetness and succulence. However, do you know about the fruit’s incredible health benefits? The fruit’s popularity has jumped ten-fold from when it was first introduced, and consumers are quickly learning just how versatile…

Sleep Deprived

Are You Sleep Deprived? Here’s What to Do…

June 27, 2018 1 Amy Highland

Feel like you’re tired all the time? You probably are, and you’re not alone. More than one-third of adults in America regularly don’t sleep the recommended seven hours per night. Not getting enough sleep can leave you feeling fatigued, unable…

Chronic Disease

How You Can Prevent Chronic Insomnia

June 22, 2018 0 Brian Coyne, MD

Millions of Americans have trouble sleeping and chronic insomnia is much more common than people realize. In many cases, simple lifestyle changes can work wonders in helping you get a good night’s sleep. When you learn how you are sabotaging…

Ebola Alert

Ebola Virus Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

June 8, 2018 0 Brian Coyne, MD

Ebola is an extremely rare disease, but it can find its way into the public. It was first discovered in 1976 near the Ebola River in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Since then, there have been several Ebola outbreaks in…

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