How to Protect Yourself From Asthma Attacks this Spring
More than 25 million women, men, and children in the United States suffer from the respiratory disease asthma. Most of them have a type of asthma called allergic asthma. If you have allergic asthma, then your asthma attacks can be triggered by allergens. One of the top allergens is pollen, and springtime is full of it. Leo […]
Are You Taking the Right Supplements?
No two bodies are alike. While that may seem like an obvious statement, most people treat their own body as if it has the exact same needs as everyone else’s. We see this a lot when people attempt to lose weight. Maybe you can relate: You try the latest diet or exercise fad because celebrities […]
Is Vaginal Dryness Taking the Life Out of Your Sex Life?
Menopause may seem like the end of your sex life, but in truth, it’s just the end of a cis-gendered woman’s fertile years. Healthy people continue having intimate relations as late as their 80s and 90s, and strong, healthy marriages are possible late in life. However, symptoms of menopause can put a damper on your […]
How Anxiety Affects Your Physical Health
When you’re anxious, your body enters fight or flight mode, which increases your heart rate and respiration rate. Short-lived anxiety can be helpful. It creates an incentive for action. However, when action isn’t taken or when fears are unfounded, the anxiety can remain, often escalating. Anxiety disorders are some of the most common mental health […]
Prepare for your DOT Physical
Whether you drive people, hazardous materials, or a big-rig truck, you may need to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam to ensure you’re fit and able to operate a commercial vehicle. Successfully completing the process requires some preparation and patience as you gather all the necessary paperwork. At Lakewood Ranch Health in Lakewood […]
The Role of Your Thyroid Gland in Your Hormones
Your thyroid gland is an important part of your endocrine system. When your thyroid gland is off, it can affect your other hormones–and even your entire health. If your thyroid gland is operating at too low or high of a level, your overall health can suffer. Too much or too little of your thyroid hormone can cause […]
Myths and Facts About Hormone Replacement Therapy That Every Woman Should Know
Menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) are usually associated with women. However, HRT isn’t restricted to women. Both men and women experience hormone imbalances. At Lakewood Ranch Health, we specialize in diagnosing and treating hormone-related issues, where Leo Kao, MD, prescribes HRT for patients needing relief. Dr. Kao uses oral, topical, injection, and bioidentical hormone pellet therapy to optimize […]
Why Hormone Replacement Therapy May Be the Best Solution for Managing Your Menopausal Symptoms
If you’re a woman in your late 30s, 40s, or early 50s and are struggling with the signs of menopause, you know how much these physical and emotional symptoms can interrupt your life. Many of these unpleasant symptoms are caused by imbalances and changes in your hormone levels. Home remedies and natural therapies, like avoiding […]
Who Should Be Tested for STDs and How Often?
The most recently reported statistics show that reported cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) have been climbing for the greater part of the last decade. Some of the highest numbers concern chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, including congenital syphilis which is passed from mother to child. Many people have an STI (sexually transmitted infection) and don’t even know […]
Should I Be Taking Supplements?
Multivitamins, minerals, and botanicals began to appear in the United States in the 1940s as an over-the-counter way to augment personal health. Yet, despite their 80-year history, there’s still no conclusive research showing that many of the 90,000-plus products on the market generate consistent results for those who take them. So should you take them? The short answer is […]