When you think of a clogged artery, odds are you think about it affecting your heart, but this condition can also occur in your feet. This is known as peripheral artery disease (PAD), and it is characterized by a buildup of cholesterol and plaque in the the arteries of your extremities. Today, we take a […]
Parents’ Weight Could Impact Child’s Eating Habits
A study conducted right here in the Twin Cities uncovered that adolescents are more likely to face food restrictions or pressure to eat depending on the weight of their parents. To better understand how a parent’s weight impacted child eating patterns, Dr. Jerica Berge of the University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis decided to […]
How Moving Your Feet Can Improve Your Brain
Keeping your brain sharp may start with your feet, according to a new study. Dr. Jeffery Burns, lead researcher at Kansas University’s Alzheimer’s Disease Center, wanted to see if he could discover the optimal dose of exercise for brain health. For his study, Dr. Burns recruited 100 individuals over the age of 65 and split […]
Tips For Going To School On Crutches
Labor Day is in sight and that means school is right around the corner. Going back to school can be a great time to reconnect with friends, but navigating the hallways and classrooms won’t be as easy if you’re stuck on crutches with a foot cast. Today, we share some tips that will make it […]
Diabetic Foot Disease Treatment
As the world’s waistline continue to expand, we are also seeing an increase in global diabetes rates. Although we are getting better at controlling the effects of diabetes, it remains one of the most important challenges facing healthcare systems. Diabetic foot disease is just one side effect of diabetes, and experts say we need a renewed […]
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