Health & Wellness

Jun 2, 2010

Tips to Combat Tooth Decay & Gum Disease

By Stacy Stein, DMD|2014-04-14T14:58:46-04:00Updated: June 2nd, 2010|Dental Health, Newsletters|0 Comments

An effective daily oral health routine includes brushing, flossing, and limiting the amounts of sugar you eat. If used properly, all types of toothbrushes are effective. Whether you choose electric or manual, what is important is that you choose one that works well in your hands and that you will use it at least twice a day. If followed daily, this simple routine will help you to eliminate cavity causing bacteria, to reduce the occurrence of tooth decay, and to help you keep your teeth for a lifetime.

May 19, 2010

Bran May Reduce Heart Disease Risk

By Marci Sloane|2014-04-16T10:00:08-04:00Updated: May 19th, 2010|Heart Connection, Newsletters|0 Comments

Results from a study appearing in the May 2010 issue of Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, suggest that women with type 2 diabetes who ate the most bran had a 35% lower risk of death from heart disease. As a component of whole grain, bran is rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber.

Apr 14, 2010

Make this Unbelievable Chocolate Cake

By ADW|2023-12-27T19:13:05-05:00Updated: April 14th, 2010|Diet & Nutrition, Newsletters|0 Comments

I have a mission with my new cookbook. I want you to “eat what you love” and still help you live healthy.

What if I told you that one of the best long-term strategies for a healthy body and managing your blood sugar is to indulge in all the foods you love. Hard to believe? Well, it’s […]

Mar 3, 2010

Diabetes & Sexual Health

By Steven Kugler, MD|2014-04-14T15:15:19-04:00Updated: March 3rd, 2010|Health & Wellness, Newsletters|0 Comments

Because glucose is the main energy source for your muscles, nerves and blood vessels, healthy blood sugar levels will help maintain healthy biological functions.

The longer you have diabetes and the less control you have over your blood glucose, the higher the risk of complications. Sexual dysfunction is a complication that results from damage to the blood […]

Feb 24, 2010

Healthy Gums = Healthy Heart

By Stacy Stein, DMD|2014-04-14T14:57:52-04:00Updated: February 24th, 2010|Dental Health, Newsletters|0 Comments

Did you know that gum disease can lead to a heart attack? Did you know that the bacteria in dental plaque can enter into your blood stream through bleeding gums and stick to your heart valves? Do I have your attention? I hope so! When you spit after brushing your teeth, does your saliva appear to […]

Feb 10, 2010

The Benefits of Pulse Oximetry

By Roberta Kleinman|2016-06-03T15:24:30-04:00Updated: February 10th, 2010|Diabetes Management, General Information, Newsletters|1 Comment

To continue our exploration of diabetes and heart health during American Heart Month, I would like to introduce you to pulse oximetry, also known as “pulse ox.” In a nutshell, pulse oximetry devices measure how much oxygen is in your blood. Low oxygen saturation (hypoxemia) in blood can impede body function and harm vital tissues, resulting […]

Feb 3, 2010

10 Easy Ways to Improve Your Heart Health

By Marci Sloane|2014-04-14T14:18:59-04:00Updated: February 3rd, 2010|Heart Connection, Newsletters|0 Comments

Love is in the air this month – that is, love for another as well as yourself. One way to build and maintain that “self-love” is by eating and exercising your way to a healthy heart.

February is American Heart Month and with this come scary statistics about heart disease being the #1 cause of death. Steps […]

Jan 27, 2010

Super Super Bowl Eats

By ADW|2019-07-11T13:21:31-04:00Updated: January 27th, 2010|Diet & Nutrition, Newsletters|0 Comments

Far more than any other football game, the Super Bowl is a sporting event like no other, watched and celebrated by millions coast to coast at parties big and small. No matter what the outcome of the game may be, on Super Bowl Sunday, one thing is for certain – there is a “super bowl” of […]

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