Living with One Kidney It is more than possible to live a healthy life with just one kidney. Whether you have had a kidney removed due to medical reasons or you have donated a kidney to a loved one, your body is going to have to get used to some adjustments to continue to function … Read more
A diabetes diagnosis can be shocking. In order to manage the overwhelming emotions and medical needs that accompany such a diagnosis, a lot of family love and care is needed. If your family member has recently been diagnosed, there are several immediate steps you can take to provide them with the best support. Our Los Angeles … Read more
The perfect New Years’ resolution is something that you know you can achieve. Instead of giving yourself a really ambitious goal, you should work on something that you can practice little by little every day until you feel confident that you’ve mastered it. At the office of our internist in Los Angeles, we want your goal to … Read more
People often report that passing kidney stones is one of the most painful experiences in life. That often begs the question, where do kidney stones come from? And why do they form in the first place? When do you get kidney stones? We have the answers. Usually, kidney stones form from some of the waste … Read more
Habits that Harm Your Digestive System We don’t often think about our digestive system and how complex it really is. As one of the biggest systems in your body, it is responsible for breaking down food to absorb nutrients and get rid of the rest. Although it is an intricate system that works tirelessly to … Read more
How COVID-19 Impacts People With Diabetes Diabetes is a condition that affects the blood as well as the immune system. It’s no secret that those with weakened immune systems are more at risk of COVID-19 than those without any preexisting conditions. But how does the Coronavirus interact with and impact people who have diabetes? Is … Read more
Can Diabetes Be Prevented in Children? As one of the most common diseases in the modern world, diabetes affects millions of people per year. There are actually two different types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. While Type 1 diabetes cannot be prevented, there are many ways to prevent your child from contracting Type … Read more
Exercising with Diabetes Dealing with diabetes means constantly grappling with your blood sugar levels. It’s important to maintain control of your blood sugar and your body’s ability to process insulin. Exercise can help to lower your blood sugar, making it easier for your cells to take in that necessary insulin. But exercising with diabetes isn’t … Read more
Exercising with High Blood Pressure Having high blood pressure means that you may be faced with certain challenges, obstacles, and limitations when trying to maintain your health. It can be challenging to find the most consistent way to lower your blood pressure while investing in better habits that promote your well-being throughout life. However, exercising … Read more
Do you ever feel a surge of pain in your lower back? This could happen for various reasons and can even be caused by different parts of your body. Pain that originates underneath the ribcage and towards the bottom of your back can be a sure sign that your back needs repair; or, it could … Read more