By Sheri Berger March is Colorectal Cancer prevention month. A combination of a healthy diet, regular physical activity and healthy body weight can lower your risk of cancer. Consuming a plant rich diet with a focus on variety is a great way to reduce cancer risk. No single food or nutrient will prevent cancer alone; […]
Stroke Preparedness- Know Your Risk & Have a Plan
Definition: “A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or severely reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die.” (Mayo Clinic, Stroke). Strokes are life-threaten and debilitating emergencies, which, if not treated swiftly, can result in permanent disability or death. Causes: Pathophysiology […]