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Intuitive Eating
By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA Eat when you’re hungry and stop when you’re full. Can you do that? It’s hard. But, like everything, it’s a skill that can be learned. Of course, it’s easier to […]
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How to Promote and Improve Wellness in the Workplace
Wellness initiatives represent companies recognizing that the health of their employees may impact their bottom lines. By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA “The greatest wealth is health.” Thanks to some Affordable Care Act incentives, many companies […]
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Over 40 and Happy
Top questions to ask your doctor when you’re over 40. By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA Being “over 40” for some people can be stressful because the idea of aging does not sit well for many. […]
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Top 3 Summer 2019 Wellness Trends for Women
By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA Summer is filled with bright colors, nice temperatures and, if you’re lucky, exotic locations with beautiful waters! Whether you travel or stay home, keep taking care of yourself and practicing […]
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Vitamins and Women Over 40
Vitamins and Women Over 40 Maintain a youthful look with these basic vitamins. By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA So, 40 is the new 20, right? You bet! In order to maintain a youthful look, a […]
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The Healthy Practice of Self-Care
The Healthy Practice of Self-Care By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA “I’m taking some ME time.” Sound familiar? It’s not a new trend but it’s definitely here to stay. You’ve probably heard friends, co-workers, relatives, or […]
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The Importance of Stretching
The Importance of Stretching By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA What happens when a trainer has a client that is 35 years of age with the flexibility of a person who is 70 years old? One […]
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Superfood Powders: Matcha, Moringa, and Maca
The 3 M’s Superfood Powders: Matcha, Moringa, and Maca By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA In recent years, we’ve had interesting trends like kale and turmeric, which are still in for this year. But, food companies […]
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Emotional Eating
Emotional Eating By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA Do you have a craving sometimes for a particular food but do not know why? Can you recognize the hidden emotions associated with eating food even when you […]
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The Importance of Metabolism
The Importance of Metabolism By Julie Alvira, MD, MBA The truth is, we never think about the importance of the term metabolism. We have heard it on various occasions. Everybody mentions that one needs to […]