Welcome to the Dedication Health wellness blog. Here you will find tips for diet, exercise, or stress relief as well as current trends in the healthcare industry and technology.
Keep Your Cholesterol in Check Have you had your cholesterol checked recently? It’s a crucial step in maintaining your cardiovascular health. If left untreated, high levels of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) can silently damage your heart and lead to serious health issues like heart disease and stroke. Learning about cholesterol, having your cholesterol
The saying “too much of a good thing” is especially true when it comes to inflammation. While acute inflammation helps the body heal, when inflammation persists and becomes chronic, it can become a source of nagging aches and pains and inflict damage to tissues and organs. Left unaddressed, this can ultimately lead
Taking care of ourselves is so important, yet can easily slip through the cracks when life gets busy. Dedicating time each day for activities that bring you joy, promote well-being, and help nourish your body is essential for leading a healthy and happy life. Whether it’s going on a nature walk, exploring
Herbs and spices have been used for centuries to enhance the flavors of foods, add enticing aromas, and provide various health benefits. These culinary treasures not only elevate the taste of our dishes but are also packed with potent antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, and essential nutrients. Let’s look at the health benefits of
February is American Heart Health Month, a time to bring attention to the importance of heart health and the steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing heart disease. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. However, many risk factors for heart disease are preventable.
It’s that time of the year again. Amidst the shopping and the festivities, there are New Year’s resolutions gaining resolve somewhere in the back of your mind. While healthy New Year’s resolutions like losing weight, quitting smoking, and saving money are admirable, they are infamously tough to keep. Statistics show that only
Eating for heart health is as much about what you do eat as it is about limiting certain foods and ingredients. A healthy meal plan full of fresh and colorful fruits and vegetables and heart-healthy proteins can help lower your risk of many serious and chronic health conditions, including heart disease, obesity,
Choosing a primary care physician is one of the most important decisions you will make for your health. If you don’t have a primary doctor or are not at ease with the one you currently see, it’s time to find a new doctor. Whether you just moved to a new city, had
How to Maintain Cognitive Health as You Age Aging inevitably brings many changes, both physically and mentally. While it’s normal to experience some degree of mental decline with age, there are ways to help protect your brain health and proactively stave off memory loss and maintain cognitive health. Research points to a
With the double threat of flu and COVID-19 in the air, vaccines are more important than ever. The best way to prevent a double flu/COVID infection is to get vaccinated for both the flu and COVID-19. Doing so will help protect you from severe illness and also reduce the strain on local
