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What Is Graves’ Disease? Symptoms, Causes and Solutions
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What Is Graves’ Disease? Symptoms, Causes and Solutions

Graves’ Disease is the most common form of hyperthyroidism in the United States. According to statistics, about one in 200 people have this disease, and it is most common among women under 40 years of age. I have many patients with Graves’ disease in my practice and am passionate about spreading awareness and understanding of…

The Ultimate Guide To Obesity: Causes, Solutions and Prevention
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The Ultimate Guide To Obesity: Causes, Solutions and Prevention

Obesity is a growing problem in the United States and other countries around the world. I am seeing an increasing number of patients who are struggling to maintain their weight and/or have found themselves in the obese category. Obesity is a complex issue, and although there are some common causes and risk factors, each situation…

What Is GERD? Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions
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What Is GERD? Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions

So many of my patients struggle with Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). According to statistics, 20% of the U.S. population suffers from diagnosed GERD, with upwards of 40% complaining of Gerd-like symptoms at least once a month. (1,2) This chronic condition causes daily heartburn, acid reflux, and other frustrating symptoms. Although not a life-threatening condition in…

7 Things Your Mouth Can Tell You About Your Overall Health
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7 Things Your Mouth Can Tell You About Your Overall Health

Most of us brush and floss our teeth at least twice a day to keep them sparkling clean, in tip-top condition, and our breath feeling fresh. But more importantly than just having a gleaming smile, looking after oral health can help prevent disease and other conditions such as tooth decay, gum disease, and oral infections….

10 Types of Headaches and the Best Way to Get Rid of Them
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10 Types of Headaches and the Best Way to Get Rid of Them

Headaches are something I am asked about frequently. People get headaches all the time. In fact, headaches are one of the more common reasons people reach for over-the-counter painkillers like ibuprofen and aspirin. I see a headache as the body’s way of communicating to you that something could be wrong. It could be that you…