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Is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) Right for You?
Menopause symptoms don't have to be a permanent part of your life. Learn how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can safely protect your heart and brain when started at the right time.
The Best Diet for PCOS: Evidence-Based Nutrition Tips
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that results from a hormonal imbalance. There are numerous treatment options, but the foods you eat can have a big impact on your experience with PCOS.
Hypothyroidism vs. Hyperthyroidism: A Guide to Your Metabolism
For such a tiny part of the body, your thyroid plays a huge role in your everyday life. And when your thyroid doesn't function properly, numerous symptoms can follow.
Osteoporosis Prevention: Strategies to Keep Your Bones Healthy as You Age
May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, a great opportunity to discuss this common bone health issue that affects women and men. Today, let's focus on what you can do to prevent osteoporosis as part of healthy aging.
Does PCOS Go Away After Menopause?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common women’s health condition with many unpleasant and disruptive symptoms. What many women with PCOS don’t know is that symptoms can persist even after menopause.
Living with Diabetes: 4 Steps to Protect Your Kidney Health
March is National Kidney Month, an effort to raise awareness of kidney disease. People with diabetes are at elevated risk, but you can take steps to preserve your kidney health.
5 Important Ways Cholesterol Management Supports Heart Health
February is American Heart Month, an opportunity to focus on heart health. Managing cholesterol is a key step, and we're here to show you how to take control of your cholesterol.
New Year, New You: 3 Ways We Can Help You Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals
As we enter the new year, many of us are contemplating how to enhance our health and wellness. If you're overweight or obese, reaching a healthier weight is one of the most important changes you can make.
Give Yourself the Gift of a Healthier You This Holiday Season
As the holidays approach, are there things about your health you'd like to change? You don't have to wait until the new year to embark on a journey toward health.
Debunking 4 Common Myths About Diabetes
A great deal of misinformation circulates about diabetes, making it hard for people to understand the best ways to manage the condition. Let's take a look at some common myths.
5 Telltale Signs of a Thyroid Problem You Shouldn't Ignore
Thyroid problems cause symptoms that mimic other conditions. Here are five changes that deserve your attention, because they could indicate a thyroid issue.
10 Tips for Lowering Your Cholesterol Without Medication
If you have high cholesterol, taking action is essential to prevent negative health outcomes. Many people prefer to lower their cholesterol without medication.
The Benefits of Thermal Ablation for Thyroid Nodules
Finding out you have thyroid nodules can be distressing, but there are treatments that can eliminate these benign growths for good. Read on to learn how thermal ablation works.
Spotting the Warning Signs of a Thyroid Disorder
If you're like many, you probably don't give much thought to your thyroid. But when this essential gland stops functioning properly, you might be unable to ignore the symptoms.
5 Ways Your Life Changes After a Diabetes Diagnosis
A diabetes diagnosis doesn't change who you are, but it does require new ways of living. Discover how Elk Medical in Brooklyn, New York, can support you in managing your diagnosis.