Health Blog
Health information empowers and informs us to make healthy choices. We are partners in your good health and share tips for healthy living.
See our latest tips below.
3 Ways to Improve Brain Health
We are family doctors located in Washington D.C. If you suspect your loved one may have a decline in brain health, look for these signs.
What Do You Need to Consider Before Choosing a Doctor?
We are primary care doctors located in Washington D.C. Wondering how to find the best doctor for you and your family? Here are a few tips to get you started.
How can I manage my chronic pain?
We are family doctors located in the Washington D.C area. Chronic pain is a complex, long-term condition requiring effective management. Here are some tips to help you better manage your chronic pain.
What is the DASH diet?
We are doctors located in the Washington D.C. area. Which diet can help lower the risk of diabetes or high blood pressure? This blog discusses the DASH diet and how it can help manage your diabetes or blood pressure.
What is Lifestyle Medicine?
A healthy lifestyle is the best way to prevent chronic disease. Here, we discuss this approach to medicine and how it can help you live a longer, healthier life.
Lowering your Risk for Diabetes
Summer is here, and many people are looking forward to celebrating spending this time of the year with family and friends. Although this can be a joyous time, it can also be a challenging time for people living with diabetes. Diabetes is a serious medical condition that affects many older adults.
Your Health in the Heat
Overexposure to heat can harm our internal organs and brain function, and can even require the need for immediate medical attention. By taking preventive measures during our hot days, you can keep yourself safe and avoid heat-related illnesses that can be life-threatening.
Music Makes Us Feel Better
Music can influence our physical and emotional health, moment to moment, and now multiple studies point toward the health benefits of music.
Stress Less for Better Health
We’re continuing to learn more every day about stress and how it impacts health. We tend to think about stress as an external force that affects us. But, the truth is that stress is an internal reaction that we have in response to our surroundings.
Better Bone Health, Better Living
Our bones make up a large part of our structure and strength. Bone health is an important part of aging, and it’s key to live in a way that optimizes bone health. If you have osteoporosis, your doctor may recommend medication, such as a bisphosphonate, to decrease your risk of fractures.
For the Love of Food
How we eat and drink every day impacts our health -- both short & long term. For a quick guide to making your next meal a nourishing and balanced one, follow our three tips!
February is Heart Health Month
As we get older (and wiser!), the way we eat, relax, and exercise can make a big difference in the quality of life we enjoy and in the quality of the time we spend with those we love. So this February, take some time to care for yourself.