Metabolic syndrome: What is it?

Metabolic syndrome: What is it?

Q: I have been told that I am at risk for developing metabolic syndrome.  What is it and what can I do to avoid it? A: Metabolic syndrome was identified less than 20 years ago and is used as a medical term to describe a combination of elevated blood sugar, increased...
Top 5 Tips to Avoid the Spring Break

Top 5 Tips to Avoid the Spring Break

Spring is around the corner (I hope Punxsutawney Phil is wrong) and it’s time to dust off those walking/running/hiking/tennis/soccer (you get the idea) shoes and get outside. With an increase in activity I usually see an increase in injuries in the office. While not...