It is easy to get lost in the problems of your everyday life. Requirements at work, your desire to spend quality time with your loved ones or with yourself, financial concerns – they all add up. You need to relax! But it is not that simple, is it? However, it can be! Keeping track of your health with MIVA Medical and taking care of your body is important. Here are some simple stress-relieving strategies you can start today. These are simple, common-sense things that may have a huge impact on your well-being, even if some may be contrary to conventional wisdom. Get angry! That’s right, if you face a situation that annoys you, allow yourself to feel angry. Anger is an absolutely normal emotion, most often triggered by a passing event. Feel it and let it pass. But remember to respond in such a way as to limit its impact and resonance. Eat some chocolate . Good chocolate, with a high concentration of cocoa, triggers receptors in the brain that are associated with satisfaction, calm...

A recent study investigated the effects of diet on the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. The researchers found that men on diets rich in fruits and vegetables – especially herbs, dark vegetables and tomatoes – had fewer BPH symptoms and their condition was less likely to get worse. Researchers believe that the result is not just a particular nutrient, but rather a balance between diet and a healthy lifestyle. Fruits and vegetables contain high levels of anti-inflammatory substances, such as antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, minerals and fibers. Strong evidence indicates the ability of these foods – which are rich in potent phytonutrients – to reduce the risk of developing BPH. Likewise, natural polyphenols have been gaining more and more public interest lately. This could be attributed to emerging evidence suggesting their role in preventing various diseases involving free radicals and reactive oxygen species. Polyphenols are the most antioxidant abundant foods and are c...

Strengthening the back muscles is essential for relieving back pain, regardless of its causes. This is because fortified muscles become more difficult to overload, which reduces the risk of muscle strain, but also because strengthening muscles also means better support of the spine and a more correct body posture. Strengthening the back muscles can be done through physical exercises that you can practice during physiotherapy sessions, yoga or even alone, at home. However, it is important that a specialist first show you how to perform these movements, to avoid other risks. In order to strengthen your back, both muscles that actually support the spine must be worked, as well as the abdominal muscles and those in the hip area. Unlike other muscles in the body, they are not used very often during daily activities, which is why they are typically not so strong. Exercises to strengthen the back muscles have the following beneficial effects: Reduce pressure on the intervertebral discs ...

Diet is unlikely to lead to the complete healing of uterine fibroids, but recent studies show that what we eat can have an impact on its evolution, and certain food groups (or their lack from our diet) may influence the growth of uterine fibroids. Research revealed, for example, that women who consume dairy products (cheese, yogurt, whole or skimmed milk, ice cream) at least once a day are less likely to be diagnosed with uterine fibroids. The protective effect of dairy products seems to come from the ability of calcium to reduce the proliferation of affected cells and butyric acid, which is considered a powerful anti-cancer agent that inhibits the growth of diseased cells. Another important factor related to diet, which is good to keep in mind, is the glycemic index. This index measures the effect of carbohydrates in terms of pure sugar concentration. In vitro studies show that uterine fibroid cells grow in the presence of an altered glycemic index. Another currently questionable ...

Arteries become clogged as a result of accumulated fatty deposits and chronic inflammatory disease which is triggered by: smoking, diabetes, obesity, poor diet, sedentary lifestyle, high blood pressure and increased LDL. Nutrient-dense foods such as fish, vegetables and healthy fats are known to prevent clogged arteries. A healthy diet consists of: berries, beans, fish, tomatoes, onions, citrus fruits, spices, flax seeds, cruciferous vegetables, beets, oats, nuts, leafy greens, poultry, dark chocolate and olive oil. Furthermore, to boost overall health, one must also avoid trans fats such as: cakes, pies, hydrogenated oils, pastries, margarine, cookies, biscuits, fried and processed foods.             Saturated fats can be enjoyed, but only in moderation. Once or twice a week, meals can include small portions of avocado, walnuts and fatty fish. Those who are not prone to cardiovascular issues can also indulge in dishes of beef and...

One in 20 Americans has Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) . This serious condition occurs when calcium and/or cholesterol builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the hands and feet. PAD is life-threatening despite some of the symptoms feeling mild. It usually manifests as calf soreness, non-healing leg wounds, feet turning blue, and heaviness in the legs, and commonly goes undiagnosed. How to treat Peripheral Artery Disease The procedure starts when the interventional radiologist puts the patient under moderate sedation and performs an arteriogram. This process takes a picture of your arteries. Then, the doctor guides a hollow needle into the femoral artery in the groin using ultrasound guidance and X-ray. A wire and catheter both advance to inject contrast material, or dye, to identify blockages and vessel narrowing. Then, the doctor can treat the plaque buildup and restore normal flow to the arteries.  MIVA’s Dr. Silas Williams tre...

Untreated benign prostatic hyperplasia (an enlarged prostate) can lead to urinary tract infections or kidney and bladder stones. The traditional and fastest treatment for enlarged prostate includes medication and surgery depending on: severity of symptoms, size of prostate and associated health risks.             Medication therapy usually includes alpha blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. However, most patients opt for minimally invasive surgery meant to destroy prostate tissue with microwave heat or the TUNA procedure of high-frequency radio waves delivered through needles that burn a certain area of the prostate. Water-induced thermotherapy is another type of fast treatment often recommended by urologists. It is a computer-controlled procedure using heat to destroy problematic tissue while protecting neighboring areas.             Complicated cases of benign prostat...