Managing blood sugar levels is critical for individuals with diabetes or those seeking to maintain stable energy and overall health. The foods you put into your body can significantly impact how your body regulates glucose. Here’s a helpful guide to some of the best and worst foods for keeping your blood sugar in check. At Summit […]
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Did you know that many people with heart disease experience no symptoms until a serious event like a heart attack occurs? This condition, often called silent heart disease, can go undetected for years, making it particularly dangerous. The skilled cardiologists at Summit Healthcare in Show Low, AZ, provide advanced screenings and diagnostic tests to detect silent heart disease
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Pre-diabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. Many people with pre-diabetes may not even be aware of it, as there are often no symptoms. However, early detection through pre-diabetes screening can be a game-changer in preventing the progression of
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Menopause is a significant transition in a woman’s life, often accompanied by physical and hormonal changes. These changes can affect overall health, particularly bone health. As estrogen levels decrease during menopause, women are at a higher risk for bone density loss, which can lead to osteoporosis. However, several common misconceptions about menopause and bone health can
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Controlling diabetes can be difficult, especially when you travel frequently. That’s why Summit Healthcare offers a range of diabetes education and management services to help you stay on top of your health and well-being. If you need advice on managing your diabetes while on the move, this guide is for you. Here are five strategies you can implement today.
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Pacemakers are small electronic devices implanted in the chest or abdomen to help regulate abnormal heart rhythms. They ensure that the heart beats at a steady and controlled rate. If you have a pacemaker, keep in mind that it will need adjustment or replacement after a period of time. This blog explains some signs that your pacemaker
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It’s essential to keep a watchful eye on our memory as we age. Making sure to stay on top of our abilities determines what quality of life we will have in our later years. The thought of cognitive impairment can be frightening. The good news is that cognitive changes are a normal part of aging,
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Before COVID-19, more than 25 percent of American adults admitted binge drinking, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. During the first week after we became aware of the significance of this virus, statistics indicated that alcohol consumption increased by 54% compared to consumption the same week of the previous year. By
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The events of the past two years have left a lot of people feeling devoid of the joys of life. The holiday season of 2021 brought momentary glimpses of cheer for some, but was followed by another surge of a different strain of the novel coronavirus. If you’re feeling as though happiness seems to be
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Studies regarding alcohol use have revealed that, in general, consumption has increased among all adults of all age groups during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to one older study, though, we can see that alcohol use in the United States increased over 100% from 2001 to 2013. More recent surveys are indicating that use has trended
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