The New Year brings stress and anxiety about our health and diet plans for the future. If you want to reset and create new healthy eating habits, the Whole30 Diet could be for you. It is one of the most popular diets to start in January, and I often recommend […]
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How many types of diabetes are there? – Mission Health Blog
Image Caption While some types of diabetes may not be preventable, all types are treatable. How many types of diabetes are there? The answer is more complicated than you might think. Although there are three main types of diabetes – Type 1, Type 2 and gestational diabetes – the lines […]
Watch Your Tongue – Know What It Tells About Your Overall Health
Introduction Do you know that your tongue is an important indicator of your overall health. This small muscular organ is linked to many of your vital organs. Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) have long used tongue readings to make health diagnoses. It itself is regarded as a symbol of […]
Plant-based meat alternatives for heart health? (Part 2)
As promised, I’ve been experimenting with plant-based meat alternatives. Prior to this we would have the occasional veggie burger or a dish made with veggie ground round, but my previous experiences with veggie hot dogs and sausages left me with a big NO for the rest of it. I decided […]
Q&A: Where digital health funding could go in 2023
After a year of mega-rounds, skyrocketing valuations and a parade of growing digital health startups, the investment landscape looked a lot more tepid in 2022. But there are still plenty of opportunities for startups, especially for companies that can demonstrate their value amid a challenging economic environment, said Dr. Sunny […]
10 Impressive Elephant Grass Health Benefits
Move over wheatgrass, there’s a new green drink in town! Elephant grass, also known as miscanthus giganteus, is a giant grass that is native to Asia. It’s been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine and is now gaining popularity as a health food. Elephant grass health benefits include improving […]
Elite Nutrition and Performance How to Improve Gut Health for Cold and Flu Season
Tip: 70% of your immune system is in your gut! The wise saying “you are what you eat” is testimony to the importance of our digestive tract, and there is plenty of information available to learn about the amazing role our guts play in our health, and immunity. The easiest […]
Travel Difficulties for Those with Health Conditions: How to Travel Comfortably
How does someone travel comfortably when they have a health condition? Traveling with chronic, life-long health conditions can make a trip feel like a chore, even if you’re visiting the most beautiful places, such as Italy or Thailand. Therefore, it is important to ensure that you’re comfortable and safe. So […]
SaVia Health raises $8.5M seed to develop clinical workflow software
SaVia Health, which makes clinical support software that can embed in an EHR, announced Monday it had raised $8.5 million in seed funding. The round was led by Intel Capital, with participation from Kickstart, Peterson Ventures, Health Catalyst cofounder Tom Burton and Stanford University professor Dr. Brent James. WHAT IT […]
What are the warning signs of a stroke? – Mission Health Blog
Acting quickly in response to a stroke is important to reduce the chances of brain damage and other complications. Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of long-term disability. While the risk of stroke increases with age, one can occur at any […]