Richardson Pain & Wellness Blog
Could Cold Laser Therapy Be Right for You?
February 16, 2024
Using lasers to heal—it sounds like something out of science fiction. While you may not be able to have outer space travel or laser swords or guns, cold laser therapy is a reality now! In medicine and physical therapy, it is used to speed up the healing process and help the body recover from injury.
Learn the basics about this revolutionary treatment by continuing to read the content below.
(more…)Weight Loss with PCOS: How to Get Results
January 29, 2024
If you live with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), you’re no stranger to struggles. This condition can lead to hormone imbalances, irregular menstruation, occasional cysts on ovaries, and elevated insulin resistance. As a result, those with PCOS often also struggle to maintain a healthy, moderate weight. Fortunately, making changes to diet, activity, and lifestyle can help with weight loss!
(more…)Avoid the Knife: 4 Weight-Loss Alternatives to Surgery
January 16, 2024
Does the thought of having to undergo weight-loss surgery fill you with fear? Does it make the process of medical weight loss feel too intense to try?
At all costs, you want to avoid surgery. Even though you aren’t conscious during surgery, the aftermath and recovery can be long, uncomfortable, and arduous. To many, the idea of medical weight loss surgery can seem drastic and overly invasive. Isn’t there a better way to shed the excess pounds? Fortunately, there are several alternatives that help you achieve the results you want.
(more…)New Skin, New You: 4 Treatments to Start Your New Year Off Right
December 19, 2023
Are you a glass half empty or half full type of person? At the end of the year, you have two types of people: those who feel older and sadder as another year ends and those who see the new year as an opportunity to make changes and improvements for the better. Which one applies to you?
When it comes to your age and appearance, you can’t reverse the number you’ve reached, but that doesn’t mean you have to show signs of aging. With this new year, take advantage of available treatments that can help you turn back the clock and look as young as you feel.
(more…)Got Vitamin D? How This Vitamin Can Help Fight Aging
December 6, 2023
These days, it can be challenging to keep up with all the nutrients your body needs. Even if you try to have a healthy diet and exercise, you can fall short. However, if you are low in Vitamin D like nearly one billion people worldwide, you could see the effects more obviously than with other vitamins through common signs of aging.
To learn more about Vitamin D and its impact on your health and appearance as well as your options for slowing symptoms of aging, keep reading!
(more…)Asked and Answered: 6 FAQs about Vitamin B12 Treatment for Weight Loss
November 27, 2023
You’ve dieted and exercised. You’ve measured food, and you’ve counted calories. You’ve tried oral supplements and downloaded apps, but nothing seems to help you shed excess weight. In desperation for results, you just might consider any and every option—even getting injections of Vitamin B12.
Before you jump on another weight-loss bandwagon, you should understand more about Vitamin B12. Here are some of the most common questions about this treatment that can give you a better idea of what to expect.
(more…)6 Easy Ways to Make a Fresh, Healthy Start Now
November 13, 2023
The end of the year is almost here, which might have you thinking about New Year’s resolutions, such as becoming healthier. But you don’t have to wait until the first day in January to make a fresh start. In fact, there are several simple things you can do at any season of the year or at any age to be healthier and happier. Keep reading to learn what these things are!
(more…)HCG: What Is It and How Can It Help You Lose Weight?
October 26, 2023
In doing research about anything related to your health, you can run into many confusing acronyms. The everyday layperson can get lost trying to understand what LDL, BMR, and BMI even mean—before trying to comprehend how these things can impact health and weight.
In weight loss terminology, you may have heard about HCG before, but what exactly is it and how can it help you shed excess weight? Find out in the content below!
(more…)Want Long-Term Weight Loss? Follow These Tips!
October 11, 2023
With countless fad diets out there, you may find one that helps you lose weight for a while. But unless your diet and exercise plan is based on sound principles, you will probably see the weight come back eventually. To help you lose pounds and keep them off for the long haul, here are some great tips to stay on track with your weight loss.
(more…)Berberine: Legit or Snake Oil?
September 29, 2023
Every now and then, there’s news of a new diet supplement or diet that seems to have miraculous results. Within the last couple of years, a medication called Ozempic came onto the market and has had success in helping those with Type 2 diabetes keep their A1C levels in a healthy range. But it also has helped patients lose weight!
Even more recently, a dietary supplement has been called a “natural Ozempic.” Should you jump on this bandwagon and try this supplement to shed excess weight? Read on to learn why you should be wary of this new supplement.
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