Author Archives: Clarissa Gonzales

Blood Clot Disorders: 5 simple but critical tips for prevention

November 7, 2013 no comments

You may not know it but if you are over the age of 50 the greatest threat to your health is the formation of abnormal blood clots in your arteries and veins. One in every three Americans deal with bl...

Energy Drink Dangers: Rethink that next sip

October 24, 2013 no comments

Energy drinks can be dangerous. It is important that one understands what is actually in the products because the labels typically don’t tell you. Energy drinks are known as a possible cause of...

Fight Breast Cancer: 4 foods to reduce risk

October 22, 2013 no comments

Women checking in for appointments at the Comprehensive Breast Center at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York this past month have been offered much more than their usual office vis...

Healthy Travel Snacks: 5 simple ideas

October 16, 2013 no comments

No matter the distance or length you’ll be in the air, what you eat and drink will affect how you feel when you land. Nutrition experts offer advice on how to eat so you’ll have more ener...

Watermelon’s Health Benefits: 3 Essential Tips

October 8, 2013 no comments

Some people avoid watermelon because they say it has high levels of sugar. However, according to recent research, there appears to be a wide range of watermelon’s health benefits. A fully ripen...

Running injury; 3 minute Survival Guide

October 8, 2013 no comments

You’ve heard the common sentiment “no pain, no gain” among sports and levels of fitness. Endurance athletes often prescribe to the notion that pushing through the discomfort is just...

5 Tips for those living with Celiac Disease

October 1, 2013 no comments

Celiac disease is found in about one in 141 people in the United States which totals to approximately 3 million people it affects according to the American Journal of Gastroenterology. Thousands of p...

Not sweating enough? You might have Anhidrosis Disorder

September 26, 2013 no comments

Anhidrosis is a sweating dysfunction. It is an abnormal lack of sweat in response to heat. When a person has this disorder their body is unable to sweat normally which can be very dangerous. If the b...

Tips to Control your Blood Pressure

September 23, 2013 no comments

You may worry about taking medication to bring your blood pressure down. High blood pressure is when the systolic pressure(top number) is 140 or above or a diastolic pressure(the bottom number) being...

Health Tips to those traveling Long-Term

September 17, 2013 no comments

If you are going to be in another country for a long period of time-either for work or school-make plans to protect your health by following these tips. Find a Doctor at Your Destination Before leavi...