Health Conditions
Depression is a common illness that affects you physically, emotionally, mentally. The causes of depression are complex, but effective treatment is available. If you struggle with depression, make an appointment and ask your doctor about treatment options and a plan to improve your quality of life. Read the Key Points About Depression for more information.
- Diabetes, nutrition, and exercise - American Diabetes Association
Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. The cause of diabetes continues to be a mystery, although both genetics and environmental factors such as obesity and lack of exercise appear to play roles. Read more...
- Hypertension - low salt diet - National Institutes of Health
What you choose to eat affects your chances of developing high blood pressure, or hypertension (the medical term). Recent studies show that blood pressure can be lowered by following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan — and by eating less salt, also called sodium. Read article...
- Asthma Care - Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
Asthma is a disease of the lungs in which the airways become blocked or narrowed causing breathing difficulty. This chronic disease affects 20 million Americans. Asthma is commonly divided into two types: allergic (extrinsic) asthma and non-allergic (intrinsic) asthma. Read article...
***NEW PROGRAM FOR DIABETIC EDUCATION***
Group classes will be organized based on patient response and needs such as diet, nutrition, exercise, diabetes complications, etc. Please call our office Care Coordinator Jeanne Poliachick, RN at 651-653-0062 for more information.
DISCLAIMER:
As you explore our website you will find links to various external websites which provide additional medical information, medication guidelines, and other helpful resources. AALFA is not responsible for the content of those websites, and does not assume that their content will adhere to the same values practiced in our clinic.
