Inflammation is an important part of your body’s natural healing process. It’s your immune system sending out cells to fight bacteria, infections or heal injuries.1 Chronic inflammation is completely different. It can be caused by an autoimmune disorder, an untreated injury or infection, or even…
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Before you start any new exercise routine, talk to your doctor to make sure it’s safe. Checkers or chess are games of skill, discipline and mental mastery. When you play, your mind analyzes where to move each piece. You find tactics to be patient, make…
This piece was written by Vidya Raman-Tangella, Chief Medical Officer at Teladoc Health, and originally published on LinkedIn. Last month, we shared exciting news about the expansion of provider-based care within our Chronic Condition Management programs. With these updates, we’ve increased our ability to optimize medications, including glucagon-like…
There’s something so rewarding about digging into a pint of ice cream after a tough day. Eating fast food seems to make you feel better when you’re under pressure. Having a tough time with the family or friends? Nothing helps like chowing down on home-cooked…
Hear how a person with diabetes could enjoy foods she grew up eating again. For Irene, culture and the food she cooks with her family and community are a big part of her identity. But to some dietitians, Irene’s type 2 diabetes diagnosis meant giving…
Getting a good night’s sleep is as important to your health as regular exercise and eating healthy. The recommended amount of sleep for most adults is seven to nine hours.1 Not getting it could leave you feeling irritable, stressed, sad or tired. You may struggle…
Everything you do helps your heart keep the beat. Your heart beats on average around 100,000 times each day. Walking up a flight of stairs will make it go faster, as will being near someone you love. Sometimes, it will beat slower due to medications…
“Keep an open mind” and “think positive” are more than just phrases. Affirmations like these can have a major impact on your attitude. And a positive attitude affects your success in reaching your goals. Doubting yourself may require a reset on your part. That’s the…