Fatigue and Tiredness – Why and What Can I Do?

Can’t get past that two o’clock slump? Feel wiped out or wake up tired? Sounds like you are one of the many Americans suffering from fatigue. Nearly all people get tired or overworked at some point. This temporary fatigue usually has a cause you can identify and can be resolved. But persistent tiredness lasts longer, is more intense, and is not solved by rest. Over time it reduces your energy, motivation, mood, and ability to concentrate. 33% of patients that see their primary care provider complain of fatigue. In our practice, this statistic tends to be even higher. But how

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Alzheimer’s Disease Causes, Risks, Treatment & Prevention

Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia, a general term for memory loss and other cognitive abilities serious enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s disease accounts for 60 to 80 percent of dementia cases. Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of aging. The greatest known risk factor is increasing age, and the majority of people with Alzheimer’s are 65 and older. But Alzheimer’s is not just a disease of old age. Approximately 200,000 Americans under the age of 65 have younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease (also known as early-onset Alzheimer’s). There are 3 hypotheses as to the cause

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The Mediterranean Diet: Outcomes from a Healthcare Provider’s Personal Experience Support the Health

Well known for its ability to help stave off chronic diseases like cancer, Alzheimer’s, cardiovascular disorders, macular degeneration, and Parkinson’s, the Mediterranean diet is a healthy way of eating that embodies the foods of the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. The basics of the diet are consuming 7-10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day, along with whole grains, legumes, nuts and olive oil. The majority of animal protein is from fish and seafood, while some poultry and eggs, cheese and yogurt are acceptable. Red wine, in moderation, is encouraged on this diet. Red meat, sugars and unhealthy fats

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Qvita Offers Both Medical & Cosmetic Services In One Location!

Helping maintain optimal health on the inside and providing services to help you look better on the outside are the ways that Peggy Demetriou, ARNP, FNP-BC, takes care of her patients at Qvita Health & Wellness, located across Bruce B. Downs (BBD) Blvd. from Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel (FHWC), in the Windfair Professional Center. As a Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), Demetriou offers primary care medical services for patients ages five-years and older, including diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses like the flu and injuries, as well as referrals to specialists and follow-up management

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Love Handles, Muffin Tops, Thunder Thighs: Learn How SculpSure Eliminates Stubborn Fat Zones Without

Body fat can sure be frustrating. Even when you eat well, hire a trainer, and drink plenty of water to keep your system toxin-free, you still have bulging areas of fat that sit like lumps on your tummy, hips, thighs, or elsewhere. But it’s really not your fault. Genetics determines your fat distribution. That’s why you have that muffin top and why your mom has one, too. No matter how thin and fit you get, if you have a genetic predisposition to collect fat on your hips, you’ll always have a little extra fat on your hips. So, is it

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Skinny People Have Double Chins Too, But Nobody Has to Keep Theirs, Thanks to Kybella

Double chins are a common “side effect” of weight gain, transforming the appearance of your neck and your face. In those instances, when you lose the extra pounds, your double chin will probably disappear too. The problem is, there are plenty of people who have “chubby chins” regardless of how much they weigh. Most of these people have inherited their double chins from their parents, grandparents, or another family member. And no amount of weight loss or exercise can get rid of that fat, leaving them to deal with a face that looks chubby no matter what. Fortunately, there are

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Let IV Therapy Boost Your Immune System This Cold and Flu Season

Every year, millions of people suffer from colds and flu, and according to the CDC Foundation, the flu alone is responsible for about 200,000 hospitalizations and thousands of deaths annually. Once you “catch” a cold or flu, there’s not a lot you can do except wait it out. But there are things you can do to help prevent illness in the first place, and it all starts with making sure your body is ready to fight the germs that cause these illnesses. IV therapy: Boost your immune system naturally Your immune system is your body’s built-in defense against disease-causing germs,

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PRP: A Game-Changer for Painful Aging Joints

Joint pain is one of the most common medical complaints for both women and men, especially as the years take their toll. Most age-related joint pain can be attributed at least in part to osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease that occurs when the joint surfaces start to wear away from years of wear and tear, causing painful inflammation which in turn can increase the damage inside the joint structures. Other times, joint pain occurs from excessive strain on a joint that causes injuries to the tendons or ligaments. Traditionally, joint pain has been treated with physical therapy and long courses of

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How SculpSure Can Slim You Down Without Painful Surgery

The popularity of non-invasive, body contouring and fat-removal systems like SculpSure continues to grow. In a given year, over a quarter of people choose non-invasive body contouring over traditional and painful liposuction. If you can get the results you’re looking for without the pain, shouldn’t you? Could SculpSure even surpass your expectations of traditional fat-reduction procedures? Let’s take a look at how SculpSure could help you slim down for summer without painful surgery. What is SculpSure? SculpSure is a revolutionary body-slimming system that safely and effectively melts fat under your skin without damaging the skin or other part of the body. Once the

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3 Awesome Benefits of a Medical Weight Loss Program

Whether you want to lose 10 pounds or 100 — or something in between — one factor remains the same: The weight-loss journey isn’t easy. And sometimes, it can even be pretty discouraging. Even worse: After you reach your goals and the weight is finally off, it’s surprisingly easy to regain weight, negating all your hard work and leaving you feeling pretty frustrated. If that sounds familiar — and especially if you’ve been “yo-yo dieting” with multiple failed attempts at losing weight — then medical weight loss at Qvita Health & Wellness could be a great solution. Here’s how —

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