
Alyssa Sybertz
Writer and Editor at Freelance
Health and nutrition journalist, romance writer, Zumba teacher, dog mom and lover of the outdoors
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1 week ago |
yahoo.com | Alyssa Sybertz
There are plenty of health conditions and medical events that loom big and scary in our minds, and two of the most frightening are heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest. But knowing what each of these looks like and what action you should take if they occur can make them a little less scary, plus give you the power to save lives (including, possibly, your own). Here’s what you need to know when it comes to cardiac arrest vs. a heart attack.
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1 week ago |
womansworld.com | Alyssa Sybertz
Nearly half of all adults in the United States have either prediabetes or diabetes, according to the CDC, and many others without the conditions have started monitoring their glucose levels. Unmanaged high blood sugar can lead to serious health issues in the long term, such as neuropathy, heart disease and even stroke. That’s why it’s smart to know the warning signs early, before complications occur.
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1 week ago |
womansworld.com | Alyssa Sybertz
There are plenty of health conditions and medical events that loom big and scary in our minds, and two of the most frightening are heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest. But knowing what each of these looks like and what action you should take if they occur can make them a little less scary, plus give you the power to save lives (including, possibly, your own). Here’s what you need to know when it comes to cardiac arrest vs. a heart attack.
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2 weeks ago |
healthcentral.com | Alyssa Sybertz
There’s a lot to think about when you’re trying to conceive, from the best foods to eat (or avoid) to handling the rollercoaster of emotions that can come with pregnancy. If you have a chronic health condition, you’ll also be wondering how that might affect your pregnancy. For women with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)—a chronic inflammatory skin condition—issues surrounding having a baby can be especially fraught.
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2 weeks ago |
womansworld.com | Alyssa Sybertz
It seems like just five or 10 years ago, the only people monitoring their blood sugar were those with diabetes who needed to keep track of it to stay healthy. But today, we know more than ever about how our blood sugar levels affect our health—and it seems like everyone is keeping track. While high blood sugar is the primary concern for most, low blood sugar can be just as problematic.
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