Fatty Liver Disease: Am I At Risk?
Fatty liver disease is a condition caused by the storage of extra fat in the liver. While most people have no symptoms, it can lead to liver damage in some cases. Determining if you’re at risk for fatty liver disease begins with knowing exactly what the risk factors are. Fat Accumulation in the Liver Non-alcoholic
Healthy Metabolism: Beyond Diet and Exercise
Metabolism is a term that describes all the chemical reactions in your body. These chemical reactions keep your body alive and functioning and are considered the holy grail of weight loss. But your metabolism is responsible for more than just burning fat. It helps with breathing, blood circulation, body temperature control, digesting food, and other
Helpful Tips for Traveling with Diabetes
Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind when traveling with diabetes to keep your mind at ease while you enjoy your time away. Preparing for a trip can be stressful and having to worry about diabetes management on top of everything else can seem impossible. Remembering to pack all the essentials not only
Young Adults-Pay Attention to Hypertension
Living by the phrase “out of sight, out of mind” has become the norm for young adults. Allowing silent killers such as hypertension, or high blood pressure, to slip through the cracks undetected, but at what cost? Learn more in our blog about why healthy young adults should pay attention to hypertension because in an
What is a Fibroscan | Testing Preparation, Procedure and Results
As a part of our metabolic health initiative (MHI) here at Synergy Healthcare, we offer FREE fibroscans for adults at risk of developing liver disease. So, what’s a fibroscan anyway? This simple test provides many benefits to you and your health. Here’s what makes this technology such a valuable healthcare tool. Transient Elastography FDA-approved transient
NASH: The Related Risks
Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a more severe form of fatty liver disease. It can progress to cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver failure without treatment. The road to NASH is a long one. Many are unaware of the danger because symptoms typically will not manifest until the later stages. Various risks related to fatty liver disease
