Regardless of age, studies show that men are 24 percent less likely than women to visit the doctor on a regular basis. In the spirit of Father's Day, we encourage dads to give themselves the gift of health with regular check ups and conversations with your physician. For men over the age of 50, consider the following from the
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality:
- You could very well save your life if you get a screening test for colorectal cancer. Research now shows that 45 percent of colorectal cancers in the U.S. are preventable each year through diet, staying at a healthy weight and being physically active. Tests such as a stool test or a colonoscopy can detect this cancer. While this might make you squeamish, avoiding it could be a life or death matter. Talk with your provider to determine the best steps for you. (And don't forget the exercise.)
- If you've been a smoker (smoked 100 or more cigarette's in your lifetime), talk to your provider about any health issues this might cause. While we don't believe in screenings for screening sake, we do know that some key screenings might be able to address smoking-related illnesses.
- Get screened for diabetes (high blood sugar) with a blood test if you have high blood pressure or take medication for high blood pressure. And keep in mind the foods you eat, even the ones you don't believe have sugar, are likely processed by your body as sugars (grain products, cereals, crackers and chips) and can add to issues you may be experiencing.
- Have your cholesterol (lipids) and prostate specific antigen (PSA) checked regularly with a blood test. High blood cholesterol increases your chance of heart disease, stroke and poor circulation. A low PSA can lead to many quality of life issues.
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Healing Therapies
Safe Sun Protection
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Despite what the temp reads in your car, the sun can do its damage hot or cold. As people begin to think of sunscreen more, it's also important to consider what you don't know can hurt you as well. IPC prides itself on "digging into" information about the products you use for your health and wellness. Same goes for your sunscreen.
Sunscreens come in a variety of formulas and strengths, yet many are more damaging to our bodies by what they do and don't contain. Environmental Working Group (EWG) has been researching the efficacy of sunscreens and making recommendations for the best protection for the past 10 years. So before you head to your corner drugstore, check out
EWG's 2016 Sunscreen Guide to find out what might be lurking in your favorite brand of sunscreen
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And, of course, slather the right ones on.
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Speaking of our excellent providers, it is with great sadness that we must say goodbye to our naturopath, Dr. Wiggins. Dr. Wiggins has provided services to patients of all ages at Innovative Primary Care for nearly five years. Dr. Wiggins will be moving back to her homebase of Alaska, where her family has been missing her. We wish her the best and thank her for her dedicated services to the patients of Innovative Primary Care.
Our Naturopath offerings continue with two team members.
Dr. Xan Simonson joined our team in March and focuses on pain relief and other offerings. Dr. Cynthia Romero will be joining us later this month. Stayed tuned for more information about Dr. Romero in our July newsletter.
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If you have 15 minutes, then you have enough time to whip up a filling and muscle-building bowl of
Lemongrass Turkey Quinoa. Featuring ground turkey (leaner than most cuts of meats and rich in selenium) and quinoa (naturally gluten-free, a complete protein with iron, B-vitamins, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, vitamin E and fiber), this simple meal choice is perfect post-workout or at any mealtime.
And speaking of food, the FDA recently updated its food labeling requirements to assist consumers in making better informed food choices.
Check out the changes here.
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Men of all ages seeking optimum performance and health might want to consider a few supplements Innovative Primary Care has vetted for you. They include a multivitamin, omega-3 fatty acids and zinc. And just like we noted above about sunscreens, multivitamins and other supplements are NOT created equally - at all. Here are a few we've researched and believe can support men's health and well-being:
- Multivitamin to help energy, immune support and generally address deficiencies that can happen in time with aging and poor diet. IPC carries both Nutrient 950 and Spectrum 2c.
- Omega-3 fatty acids for healthy cholesterol and brain health.
- Healthy levels of Zinc are needed for crucial functions in your body such as immune function to fight illness, healthy cell growth and development and to ensure proper sense of taste and smell.
Feel free to visit our office to learn more about the featured supplements or ask your IPC Provider for more details at your next visit. You can place an order through our website or by calling us at 480.776.0626. Payment is required at the time the order is placed. |
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