The average American work day consists of nine “high stress” hours in a fast paced work environment. Meeting a deadline, balancing conference calls, and a large amount of time spent staring at a computer screen has become the norm. This new norm can negatively impact both your physical health and your mental health. Yoga and […]
Tara, a fitness instructor, personal trainer and mother of three learned just as much as – if not more – than her daughter from WakeMed ENERGIZE!, and we are so pleased that she shared her experience with us. Below is Tara’s story. Have a story you’d like to share with us? Email us: info@wakemed.org and […]
Most often, people heed warnings and stay inside when North Carolina’s humid, record-breaking summer temperatures first hit. But as these temperatures settle in to stay a while, people may not be as cautious in avoiding extended exposure in the heat as they go about their daily routines. 3 Tips from WakeMed Physicians #1 – Stay […]
It’s all about a good time as we celebrate Independence Day and the incredible freedoms we enjoy as residents and citizens of the United States. All over the country, people gather for fun family music and spectacular fireworks displays. The festivities continue at home where families grill out, lounge at the pool and have a […]
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is when the prostate becomes enlarged and leads to trouble urinating. Roughly 90 percent of men between the ages of 45 and 80 years old suffer from symptoms of BPH. As an urologist with WakeMed Urology, I see patients who suffer from BPH, and offer the following information about this disorder. Symptoms […]
View a printable version of this recipe. Watermelon Mint Salad with Fresh Blueberries Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 cups diced watermelon 1 cup blueberries 2 tablespoons chopped, fresh mint DIRECTIONS Place in a small bowl, and gently mix together watermelon and blueberries. Garnish with fresh, chopped mint. About Adam Smith, Executive Chef, WakeMed Chef Adam officially […]
Grilling a pizza? That’s right! As if you needed a reason to make pizza…here are three: It’s easy to make. It’s cheap It gets you closer to that brick oven pizza – just like you’d have in Italy…well…almost! Below, are some helpful instructions for how to properly grill a pizza. Join us at our next […]
More than 50 percent of men ages 40 to 70 have some degree of erectile dysfunction, which is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. Factors Leading to Erectile Dysfunction There are multiple reasons why erectile dysfunction can occur. These include the following: Aging Other comorbidities (ex: hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, […]
Is there a magic formula that fits everyone’s water needs? The answer is no but being aware of your body’s health factors can help you better estimate how much H20 your body needs. The Importance of Water and Your Body Your body is composed of about 60% water. The functions of these bodily fluids include: […]
The rise of e-cigarettes use among youth and young adults in our country has been declared a major public health concern by the US Surgeon General. E-cigarettes first entered the US market in 2006 and since then, it has been increasing in popularity. The National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) data showed a steep increase in […]
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