A cardiac stress test shows your physician whether or not your heart works normally while handling work or performing an activity. Because the traditional “treadmill test” has actually induced heart problems in some patients, your doctor may instead have you take medication during the test that creates the same effect on your heart without causing overexertion. During the test, your heart will pump more blood due to your body working harder and requiring more oxygen. The cardiac stress test ... [Read More]
Archives for April 2020
Why am I Tired All the Time?
How’s your energy level these days – high or low? If you chose the latter, your body may be telling you something. It’s one thing to occasionally be worn-out after a long day or during a particularly stressful time in your life and another to constantly feel physical and/or mentally fatigued. In today’s hectic world, feeling tired all the time isn’t an option. Fatigue can have a negative impact on every aspect of your life, from your work performance to your family life and your social ... [Read More]
How Nutrition Affects Health
Food does more than just provide the body with calories and energy. Proper nutrition provides the vitamins and minerals that the body needs in order to function correctly. What we eat therefore has a direct impact on our overall well-being. If you get proper nutrition, then your organs and bodily systems will perform well. On the other hand, if you have unhealthy eating habits, then your chances of developing complications and susceptibility to diseases will be high. Let’s talk about some ... [Read More]
How to Boost Your Immune System
If you are interested in feeling your best and dodging illness like a pro, take measures to improve your immune system. Having a healthy immune system allows your body to function optimally and to fight off illnesses. Fortunately, enhancing your immune system does not require complicated procedures. Here are a few key ways to boost your immune system: Exercise Daily Exercise helps to foster your body’s white blood cell (WBC) count. Also called leukocytes, these are important immune system ... [Read More]