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Trans fat raises your low-density lipoprotein or LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and lowers your high-density lipoprotein or HDL (“good”) cholesterol. This “bad” cholesterol can clog and harden your arteries, which can lead to a higher risk of blood clots, heart attack, or stroke. WHAT IS TRANSFAT? Most trans fats develop through an industrial process that adds […]

Love your Heart to Better Health February is American Heart Month. Unfortunately, Oklahoma ranks among the highest for deaths related to heart disease each year. What can you do to keep your heart healthy and strong? MAINTAIN A HEALTHY, WELL-BALANCED DIET Make your plate colorful! Include fruits and vegetables in your daily meals. It is […]

Saturated. Monounsaturated. Trans fats. Polyunsaturated.  Many foods contain fats; it can be confusing as to which the good fats are and which the bad fats are. Monounsaturated Fats Monounsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and solid when refrigerated. Considered one of the healthiest fats, these should make up the bulk of your daily fat intake. Monounsaturated […]

In 2019, the American Heart Association reported that at least 48 percent of U.S. adults have some form of cardiovascular disease, and many times there are no clear warning signs. The stereotype scene of clutching your chest and falling to the floor does not always happen. Some symptoms do not even occur in your chest! […]

Sleep apnea is a condition where a person experiences abnormal breathing during sleep due to the soft tissue in the rear of the throat collapsing. They tend to have many extended pauses in their breath when they sleep. These temporary breathing pauses cause lower-quality sleep and affect the body’s oxygen supply, leading to potentially serious […]

It is not uncommon to now and then to have trouble getting a good night’s sleep. The key here is now and then. If you find yourself finding it difficult almost every night to sleep, you may have a sleep disorder. The five most common sleep disorders are: Insomnia Sleep Apnea Narcolepsy Restless Leg Syndrome […]

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) may be one of the most common medical conditions not discussed much. RLS is a sleep disorder that can make you have an overwhelming urge to move your legs. You may find it is not easy to find a comfortable sleep position. Getting up and walking around may alleviate the symptoms […]

Aren’t you tired of being tired? Do you nod off easily during the day? Do you wake up and not feel great in the morning? Sleep apnea is a condition that millions have yet don’t know it! Common symptoms may include: Loud or frequent snoring Difficulty concentrating Decreased sexual desire Irritability Morning headaches Unrefreshing sleep […]

The COVID-19 pandemic is foremost in everyone’s minds for the majority of 2020. But, it is vital during this time to not forget about the flu. As a parent, the best thing you can do to protect your children from the flu is to get them vaccinated before influenza starts circulating in our community. Contracting […]

Lung cancer remains the second most common cancer in women (behind breast cancer) and the second most common in men (behind prostate cancer). In 2021, there will be over 225,000 individuals diagnosed with lung cancer in the United States. (Centers for Disease Control & Prevention)   A misconception people have is that lung cancer only […]