How Can I Reduce My Risk of Alzheimer’s?

How Can I Reduce My Risk of Alzheimer’s?

by | Nov 25, 2019 | Primary Care

Alzheimer’s Disease is one of the more common health concerns for adults in the US. This is especially true for the elderly and their loved ones. Nearly 6 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s; a figure that experts believe could reach nearly 14 million by the year 2050. Alzheimer’s is also the 6th leading cause of death in the US. Needless to say, preventing Alzheimer’s should be a leading health priority for adults. That’s why the healthcare...

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What to Know About Common Winter Health Conditions

by | Nov 15, 2019 | flu, Primary Care

Here at Family Practice Center, we are definitely excited for the upcoming holiday season. Who doesn’t love all the time spent with loved ones, great meals, presents, and all the other festive delights that the holidays bring? However, the cold winter months and additional holiday-related stress can definitely take their toll on our health. Certain illnesses are especially common this time of year. To help our patients keep themselves healthy throughout the...

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Which Foods Are the Best for Brain Health?

Which Foods Are the Best for Brain Health?

by | Nov 11, 2019 | Allergies, Primary Care

What does it mean for a specific food to be healthy? We often consider the effects that certain foods or ingredients can have on our physical health, while neglecting to factor in how they can impact our mental health.   Your brain uses roughly 20% of the calories that your body consumes, so it needs plenty of quality fuel to maintain peak performance throughout the day and as the years go on. It’s true that eating certain “smart” foods can help increase your...

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