Many people exercise to clear their head, tone their body, or as a form of socialization. These are great reasons to get up and get active, but there are other reasons why you should exercise daily. Studies have shown the body reaps many benefits of exercise including biological benefits. Below is a list of areas [...]
Do you often find it difficult to fall or remain asleep at night? Sleep disorders such as insomnia are serious conditions that affect millions of people throughout the world. While there are several factors that determine how much sleep a person needs, experts generally recommend that adults get at least 7-9 hours of sleep each [...]
Did you know that 60 percent of your body is made up of water? As we all know water is vital to our survival. Not only does water supply the hydration we need to survive, but it does much, much more. Paying attention to the details of your diet can do wonders for your health. [...]
Importance of Vitamins Growing up I am sure you’ve always heard “Don’t forget to take your vitamins!” and thought nothing of it. But did you ever wonder what exactly vitamins do? Well, vitamins are able to: Prevent and treat various diseases (including heart disease) Lower your chance for high cholesterol Avoid eye and skin disorders [...]
Meditation not only clears your mind and provides psychological benefits, but also can help improve your physical health. Chronic states of stress are a cause of many cardiovascular conditions as well as disrupted sleep and diet. Building your stress resilience through meditation will help improve your heart health and overall lifestyle. Instead of taking medications [...]
There are many factors that contribute to high cholesterol in individuals, with diet being an important one. The foods we eat have a significant effect on how our body functions. Foods that cause inflammatory responses in the body are often associated with high cholesterol. Because of this, maintaining an anti-inflammatory diet can be extremely beneficial [...]
Sleep Apnea is a very common condition which causes a frequent cessation of breathing while asleep. The most common type is referred to as Obstructive Sleep Apnea or OSA. If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to a variety of medical issues as well as impact the performance of normal daily activities. Dr. Druz at [...]
Blood Pressure Blood pressure is the measured force that blood flows through your arteries, and when the force is too high where it poses a health risk, it is referred to as “high blood pressure.” High blood pressure (HBP) is often referred to in the medical community as the “silent killer,” because it’s virtually [...]
Almost everybody has some degree of stress in their life, but what effect does stress put on your health? At Holistic Heart Centers, Dr. Druz can teach you all about managing stress in order to live a healthier more holistic life. Learning to deal with stress the proper way will create a positive impact on [...]
Protein is an important aspect of our diets, but are you eating the right protein? Protein is essential for building muscle, tendons, and healthy skin. They are also used to make enzymes, hormones, and other small molecules that serve important functions. At Holistic Heart Centers, we offer holistic medicine on Long Island including functional nutrition [...]
