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Atherosclerosis is primarily caused by insulin resistance, rather than solely by high LDL cholesterol. To date, lowering LDL cholesterol targets benefits about 35% of the issue. The remaining 65% of the unmet need includes reducing Lp(a), ApoB, inflammatory load, triglycerides, etc. My research recommends dietary changes, including a list of...
Signs and symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus infection most commonly appear about four to six days after exposure to the virus. RSV is riskier for young children, but it can also be serious for older people and those who have other health problems. Adults who get infected with...
2020, The year of the COVID, has been long and hard and all things good or bad have to pass. Nothing is permanent. We have to trust in life and not succumb to despair. With patience, grit, and calmness we will overcome this as well! I had the inherent urge...
I have gratitude for the self-realization of the present moment.Each moment is filled with grace. When I am fully immersed in the present in the here and now, nothing is ever enough. I am ever so thankful for the joy of simply being here with family, friends, and nature. I...
First of all I would like to thank one and all at Royal Oaks for inviting Pinnacle Care Internal Medicine to have an office on its premises. We feel privileged and honored. I would also like to thank the powers to be that run the monthly newsletter for inviting me...
In a very real way, the stories we tell ourselves inside our own heads every day change what and how we see our lives … And this "self story" is a simple collection of beliefs that ultimately make us what and who we are. It lays the foundation for every...
Hello, there! After what has felt like a long cold winter, spring has finally come, and with it, thoughts of love, freshness, and change! As we look about and see God's beautiful changes in nature, perhaps it's also a good time to look at our lives and how we might...
I was recently asked if I considered myself more of a Physician or a Healer. A Physician possessing Medical Expertise vs. A Healer, who deals with the Mind, Body, and Soul . I would like to consider myself "both", but in actuality, I want very much to continue my quest...
Just a few days ago, I had an office visit with a patient that impacted me greatly, touched my heart, and opened my eyes to see kindness in a new and profound way. I've watched this special lady deal with Parkinsons Disease as it slowly and steadily has progressed over...
What am I thankful for today? 1. I have gratitude for the self-realization of the present moment. Each moment is filled with grace. When I am fully immersed in the present in the here and now, nothing is ever enough. I am ever so thankful for the joy of simply...
What does “ An elephant in your living room?” Really mean? It's "a problem or an uncomfortable issue that is very obvious to everyone, but no one wants to talk about it. It's ignored for the convenience and comfort of those involved". Imagine a ten thousand pound elephant in our...
I was recently asked if I considered myself more of a Physician or a Healer. A Physician possessing Medical Expertise vs. A Healer, who deals with the Mind, Body, and Soul. I would like to consider myself "both", but in actuality, I want very much to continue my quest in...
Being a physician gives us a unique privilege to delve into the mind, soul, and body of our patients. Being an elder care physician, I am writing this based on my personal experiences and insight wrought of my practice. What I have always found very fascinating is the subject of...
Why Should I Drink Water at All? Staying hydrated is essential to keeping your body healthy and satisfied. For starters, our body is made up of 70% water so it is a no brainer that we need to provide our body with more and more water! There are many health...
Patients often come to us because of an abnormal movement, the most common of which is tremor. By definition, tremor is a rhythmic and oscillatory movement that can occur during movement, at rest, or when a limb is held in a certain position. For an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan,...
The Valley’s endless supply of sunny days is one of its best qualities. Excessive sun exposure comes with an important consequence though: an increased risk of skin cancer. As Valley of the Sun residents, we should all be skin cancer-savvy. Here are some key points about skin cancer to know....
“What?” Do you hear that phrase often from your spouse or other family or friends? If so, here are some things you can do to help ease frustration on both sides. • Don’t just assume that the hearing-impaired person is listening to you. Get their attention before you speak. •...
“What?” Do you hear that phrase often from your spouse or other family or friends? If so, here are some things you can do to help ease frustration on both sides. • Don’t just assume that the hearing-impaired person is listening to you. Get their attention before you speak. •...
By definition, osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by reduced bone strength leading to increased fracture risk. The name literally means ‘porous bones’ and occurs when the level of bone absorption is greater than the amount of new bone formed within the body. It results in a weakening of the...