Key facts about cortisol: your body’s built-in alarm system
Tryon Medical Partners’ Dr. Amin explains how cortisol affects everything from stress to weight, and teaches ways to keep the “stress hormone” in balance.
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Dangerously different: women’s heart attack symptoms
When we picture a heart attack, most of us imagine a specific scene: a middle-aged man clutches his chest, and collapses from sudden, intense chest pain. But this portrayal masks…
Beyond Dry January: why every month is right for an alcohol reset
Have you caught yourself thinking, “I missed Dry January, so I guess I’ll wait until Sober October”? You’re not alone. From happy hours to weekend brunches to holiday celebrations, alcohol…
Does cranberry juice help UTIs? The truth about common medical myths
Medical myths are widespread and can often lead to confusion about our health. From the belief that green mucus automatically means a bacterial infection to thinking that cracking your knuckles…
Running red: everything you need to know about nosebleeds
Nobody likes surprises – especially when they involve blood dripping from their nose at an inopportune moment. Yet nosebleeds, or epistaxis as medical professionals call them, are remarkably common, affecting…
Where mind meets muscle: the relationship between mental health and physical health
The old saying “healthy body, healthy mind” might be more revolutionary than our ancestors ever imagined. As science peels back the layers of human wellness, we’re discovering that the connection…
Stomach bug or super-spreader? What you need to know about norovirus
Every winter, it sweeps through schools, cruise ships, and households like an unwelcome houseguest: norovirus, the ultra-contagious stomach bug that can turn a perfectly normal week into a few days…
Trimming the tree, not your waistline: doctor-approved strategies for avoiding holiday weight gain
The holiday season is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and often indulgent meals. While it can be challenging to manage holiday weight gain during this festive period, staying mindful…
Clarifying cholesterol: What to know about LDL, lipoprotein (a) and coronary calcium
If you’re sitting in a doctor’s office and hearing words like “lipoprotein (a)” or “familial hypercholesterolemia” and feeling completely lost, you’re not alone. These terms can be confusing, but managing…
Prediabetes: Your body’s yellow light
Prediabetes, often called the “yellow light” or “warning zone” for type 2 diabetes, affects millions of people worldwide, yet many are unaware they have it. This condition, where blood sugar…