Lifestyle

Why are the kidneys so important? Most people know that a major function of the kidneys is to remove waste products and excess fluid from the body. These waste products and excess fluid are removed in the urine. The production of urine involves highly complex steps of excretion and reabsorption. This process is necessary to...

Stress, Anxiety, & Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition that affects men over the age of 20. As you age, your risk for ED increases. But having trouble maintaining an erection isn’t always related to age. Many men will experience ED at some point. The good news is that the cause of your ED...

Keeping your temper in check can be challenging. Use simple anger management tips from taking a timeout to using "I" statements to stay in control. Do you fume when someone cuts you off in traffic? Does your blood pressure rocket when your child refuses to cooperate? Anger is a normal and even healthy emotion but...

Here are some helpful things to discuss with your doctor at your annual physical. WHAT TO SAY Discuss your lifestyle Tell your doctor about your diet, alcohol and tobacco consumption, physical activity, and medications or supplements you take. Share your full health history Speak up about any medical conditions you have and any family history...

An important tool for keeping kids healthy is participation in youth sports, and it's not just because of the physical activity. There are the obvious physical benefits when kids play sports. It improves cardiovascular health and prevents obesity. But that's not all. There can be social benefits where you make friends. You have an opportunity to...