Tips For Improving Cardiovascular Health

Tips For Improving Cardiovascular Health

According to the Centers for Disease Control, for every 40 seconds, there is someone who suffers a heart attack.  Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. In CAD, the coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked from plaques which are formed with increased amount of fatty material and cholesterol. Plaque can…

Tips for Anxiety

Tips for Anxiety

Stress effects us all. In some shape or form. Anxiety is an individuals reaction to stress in the form of persistent feelings of apprehension or worry. The feeling of being anxious can persist after the initial stress has passed. The Stress System The body is built to manage stress. This system (autonomic nervous system) is…

What is The ANS?

What is The ANS?

The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is the unsung hero of our physiological functions, silently orchestrating countless processes necessary for our survival. Whether it’s allowing us to flee from danger or ensuring we can peacefully digest our meals, the ANS works tirelessly behind the scenes.  The autonomic nervous system is part of the peripheral nervous system…

The Journey Beyond Breast Cancer Surgery

The Journey Beyond Breast Cancer Surgery

There are many different surgical options for those with breast cancer or have ductus carcinoma in situ.  (https://bodyharmonypt.com/breast-cancer-awareness-month/) Many times it comes down to an individual’s diagnosis. Early detection and intervention often leads to better short and long term outcomes. So what happens after surgery? Can you jump right back into your life? Will you…

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia

What to Do When the Fibro Ignites As we head into the last days of summer (and a projected heatwave this week in New York), let’s talk about Fibromyalgia. For the nearly 5 million people in the United States with Fibromyalgia, they might experience a different kind of heat – the burning pain that typically…