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The Building Blocks of Hormone Replacement Therapy and Testing

On July 24, 2020 / Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormones are an integral part of the body’s daily functions, but with age their levels can decline, which may require hormone replacement therapy and testing. A fluctuation in hormone levels can manifest in increased fatigue, sleep loss, weight gain, and many other symptoms. Restoration of a hormoneRead more →

Got the COVID-19 Blues? How Diet May Help Improve Depression and Anxiety

On May 8, 2020 / Nutrition and Wellness

The arrival of the coronavirus pandemic has led to what can only be referred to as unprecedented times in our homes, cities, and world. With health experts predicting a sharp rise in the number of individuals battling depression and anxiety amidst this COVID-19 crisis, many are lookingRead more →

Family First Urgent Care in Conroe Celebrates Third Birthday

On November 1, 2019 / All Categories, News

CONROE, TX – Family First Urgent Care in Conroe is celebrating its third birthday on November 1, 2019. “We have been privileged to serve the families of Montgomery, Conroe, and Willis for the last several years with top-notch medical care via a wide variety of medical servicesRead more →

Signs You Have Low Testosterone

On February 21, 2019 / Hormone Replacement Therapy

As you age, it’s normal to have lowered testosterone levels. It’s a natural part of growing older. However, when testosterone levels get too low, it can result in some symptoms that can harm your quality of life. What is Testosterone? Testosterone is a hormone that your bodyRead more →

New Year, New You: Small Health Changes That Will Make a Big Impact

On January 3, 2019 / Uncategorized

Ahhh, the New Year; a time that holds so much hope and promise. We make resolutions, and we commit to starting the year fresh and aiming to improve ourselves. Oftentimes we aim high, fall short, get discouraged, and eventually resort back to our old habits. Let’s makeRead more →

Flu Prevention: What Can You Do?

On December 17, 2018 / Uncategorized

The seasonal flu can be uncomfortable, inconvenient, and — in many cases — dangerous. Taking steps to lower your chances of catching the flu this season is important, particularly during the height of flu activity from December to February. Here are five things that you can doRead more →

Myths About the Flu Shot

On November 13, 2018 / Uncategorized

Flu season has arrived again. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta, flu activity in the United States has been relatively low as of the Fall of 2018, with eight states and the territory of Guam reporting activity. However, as many as 40 states,Read more →

Is Keto the Right Diet For You?

On October 19, 2018 / Uncategorized

The ketogenic diet, most commonly referred to as simply “keto”, is a unique dieting method that has been gaining popularity since 2017. Most people, especially those struggling with obesity and those who have diabetes, have embraced this dieting technique and believe that it can help them alleviate their problems.Read more →

A Look at the Benefits of Weight Loss for Overall Health

On September 21, 2018 / Uncategorized

You want to lose weight because you will look better in your clothes, feel more confident, or simply feel better. However, losing just a little bit of excess body weight can actually have huge advantages for your overall health. While a lot of people see the healthRead more →

Genotyping for Overall Health and Diet Understanding

On August 13, 2018 / Uncategorized

Personal genotyping has been a tremendous boon for preventive medicine. By being able to identify diseases that individuals are genetically predisposed to, we are now able to recommend behavior and lifestyle changes that can, in many cases, completely avoid ever developing the disease. Imagine, for example, learningRead more →