By Diana Weber, M.D., Medical Director, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico April is National Minority Health Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about disparities in health care that disproportionately affect minorities. This year’s theme for National...
By Optum New Mexico Excellent medical care and optimal health starts with a positive relationship with your primary care doctor. People with a primary care doctor may be healthier, in part, because they are more likely to have an annual checkup, health screenings, and...
By Dr. Gerard Muraida The Greek physician and philosopher Galen first described the shaking palsy, later known as Parkinson’s disease, in 175 AD. However, it was not until 1817, in London, that James Parkinson published a formal essay about this condition and titled...
By Dr. Shellie L. Rosen, PhD, DOM, L.Ac. There are best practices for administering supplements in your daily regimen to support nutritional gaps. Read on to identify the best ways to take your supplements to maximize their absorption. Water-Soluble and Fat-Soluble...
By Dr. Shellie L. Rosen, PhD, DOM, L.Ac. I used to see melatonin as a last resort for getting and staying asleep. I would successfully redirect a patient’s attention to synergistic herbal blends, diet, exercise, and light exposure changes. Times have changed, and so...
By Dr. Shellie L. Rosen, PhD, DOM, L.Ac. The spring equinox, when the sun crosses the celestial equator, occurs March 20 in the Northern Hemisphere. During an equinox, you can expect time to speed up, in a sense. Sunsets and sunrises around equinoxes are faster than...
By Dr. Shellie L. Rosen, PhD, DOM, L.Ac. A new year often inspires working out. Movement is an essential aspect of health. Flushing the body with increased circulation, and massaging the organs, bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia with movement is critical...
By Dr. Shellie L. Rosen, DOM, L.Ac. Vitamin E, also called tocopherol, is found in seeds, nuts, vegetables, oils, fish, poultry, and meats. This beneficial antioxidant can support immunity and fight cell damage from chronic illnesses and cancer. Often a well-rounded...
By Dr. Shellie L. Rosen, DOM, L.Ac. The high fiber and antioxidant content of a smoothie bowl offer a nutritious meal replacement or post-meal dessert. Blueberries and acai are often referred to as “super fruits” due to their high antioxidant content. Berries reduce...
Chronic Kidney Disease: Warning Signs And How To Manage Your Symptoms By Optum New Mexico Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects about one in seven U.S. adults, with ages 65 and older impacted significantly more than younger populations. Because CKD usually progresses...
