Breast Cancer Survivors: We Admire You
Strength, perseverance, resilience, inspiring and other related superlatives all epitomize those who battle breast cancer. At H.E.A.L. Mississippi, our hearts are with you and we wanted to take a moment to honor you and express our gratitude to you. You are a hope and an inspiration to us all. A message from our Operations Director, […]
Supplements to Support Breast Health: Separating Fact from Fiction
By: Dr. LaFarra Young, MD October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a great time to ask some important questions about our health. Many of us wonder whether the supplements we take are truly helping our bodies. There’s a lot of information out there about supplements, especially when it comes to breast cancer prevention. […]
Diabetes Dictionary Word of the Month
Glucose A type of sugar that’s a major source of the body’s energy. The body can either make it or we can get it from food sources. When glucose is carried to the cells through the bloodstream, it’s known as blood glucose.
Not Eating? Not Healthy
Whether we are busy, sleeping, or caught in traffic, skipping meals is not good for weightmanagement or health. When we don’t eat we:– Get over-hungry and over-eat, not because we lack “will power,” but because our bodies areprogrammed to survive. When we get over-hungry we eat like food is scarce!– Make unhealthy choices because we […]
Weightlifting for Health not Bulk
Contrary to popular belief, weight training does not make you bulky. I often hear this when I recommend or introduce weight training as a therapeutic for chronic disease or weight management. That’s right! Weight training is a recommended therapeutic for both chronic disease and weight management. I know this goes against a lot of what […]
Diabetes Dictionary Word of the Month
Insulin An essential hormone produced by the pancreas that helps your body regulate blood glucose levels. Insulin helps cells absorb glucose and signals the liver to store glucose for later use.
Cardiometa-who?
Everybody: “Hello H.E.A.L. Mississippi, what do you guys do?” Us: “We are a healthcare organization, and our mission is to reduce the impact of cardiometabolic diseases in Mississippi. Our vision is to establish a standard of care for people with cardiometabolic diseases….” Them: “Cardiometa-Who?” This is often the spoken and unspoken sentiment I get when […]
Chronic Stress Puts Your Health at Risk
Chronic stress puts your health at risk Chronic stress can wreak havoc on your mind and body. Take steps to control your stress.By Mayo Clinic Staff Your body is made to react to stress in ways meant to protect you against threats from predators and other aggressors. Such threats are rare today. But that doesn’t […]
Sleep Matters!
Most people don’t get enough sleep. We are a society that burns the candle at both ends, a nation where people stay up all night to study, work, or have fun. However, going without adequate sleep carries with it both short- and long-term consequences. In the short term, a lack of adequate sleep can affect […]
Benefits of Eating More Fiber
Hey there, fiber friends! Are you ready to take your taste buds on a delicious and nutritious adventure? Let’s discover the magical benefits of eating more fiber and how it can amp up the excitement on your plate. Why add Fiber to Your Diet: Fiber is like the unsung hero of your diet – it […]