If you have been told you have plaque buildup in your arteries, or you are concerned about your cardiovascular risk, you have likely come across lists of foods that "clean" or "unclog" your arteries. As an integrative cardiologist, I want to give you a more accurate picture: certain foods can meaningfully reduce inflammation, slow plaque [...]
While you may not believe it at first, know that it is possible to reverse your heart disease! Implementation of lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can make all the difference in undoing years of unhealthy damage. It is never too late to make a change to your lifestyle! Consult with Dr. Druz and the [...]
Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, is a very common heart problem that often occurs for a large number of patients. Most people with AFib do not even realize they have the condition which means they are not getting the treatment they need. When a heart is in AFib, it means it is not pumping [...]
Anxiety occurs when you become fearful or nervous about future events; it is typically our body’s normal reaction to stress. Whether you suffer from an anxiety disorder and deal with anxiety on a regular basis, or just experience the normal anxiety and stress of daily life, anxiety can have more of an effect on our [...]
Over the course of your lifetime, you will spend about a third of it sleeping. With stimulants like coffee, tea, and even the blue light emitted from our devices, our natural, refreshed feeling is often imitated if we do not reach the eight-hour goal. The National Sleep Foundation recommends adults over 18 years of age [...]
Valvular heart disease is known as a defect in one of the four heart valves. This disease is one that many people struggle with but can maintain through treatment. It usually is due to the result of improper functioning in one or more of your heart valves. This can include having issues with the opening [...]
We all know exercise is good for us, whether it be to lose weight, to reduce stress, or just for fun. What some people haven’t realized yet, is that stress can be one of the top causes of your medical conditions, especially heart disease. So why not use exercise as a way to not only [...]
There is no doubt that obtaining a good night’s rest can be refreshing, but how often does that really occur? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 35% of people do not get enough sleep on a regular basis. Essentially, if you’re finding yourself waking up in the morning and feeling drained or [...]
The unfortunate truth is that a large number of patients tend to suffer from the long-term effects of high blood pressure. High blood pressure often does not produce any symptoms, resulting in many people being unaware that they have even developed the complication. Getting your blood pressure checked regularly is important in order to ensure [...]
When you’ve experienced car issues, received an unexpected bill, or have a tough day at work, you are undoubtedly experiencing a large amount of stress. Everyone experiences and reacts to stress in a variety of different ways. Feeling overwhelmed and on edge is a normal, ordinary feeling. However, the amount of stress you experience and [...]
