New Heart Risk Calculator You Should Know About
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, yet many people do not know their personal risk until problems develop. In 2023, the American Heart Association introduced a powerful new tool designed to change that. It’s called the Predicting Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Events (PREVENT) calculator, and it helps estimate a […]
On GLP-1? Here’s How to Protect Your Body Along the Way
We are living in a time when medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are changing the conversation around weight loss. As an holistic health coach—I see both the power and the gaps in this approach. GLP-1 medications can reduce appetite and support significant weight loss. But they also slow digestion, reduce overall food intake, and […]
Why Is Colon Cancer Increasing in Younger Adults?
Why Is Colon Cancer Increasing in Younger Adults? The entertainment world is reeling after the heartbreaking loss of Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek, who has died at just 48 years old. The beloved actor passed away “peacefully” following a two-and-a-half-year battle with colorectal cancer — James Van Der Beek died on Wednesday, February […]
Why Your Body Could Be Resisting Weight Loss
How many times have you found yourself shedding pounds only to regain the weight despite your best efforts? The endless cycle of losing and regaining can feel like an exercise in futility. In this blog article I list “Dr Karen’s Top Ten Hidden culprits behind weight struggles”. It’s time to challenge the traditional view that […]