Vitamin K is a powerhouse in your body. It helps build strong bones. It helps regulate blood clotting. And it helps keep your blood pressure in check.
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Most of us can get plenty of vitamin K through the foods we eat. This is a good thing, as at least some research suggests vitamin K supplements may not be very effective.
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The new bill aims to prescribe healthy food for low-income Californians
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WEEKEND. BACK TO YOU. MIKE: PROVIDING MEDICALLY SUPPORTIVE FOOD AND NUTRITION TO LOW INCOME FAMILIES. THAT’S THE GOAL OF A NEW BILL MAKING ITS WAY THROUGH THE STATE CAPITOL. HERE TO TALK TO US ABOUT THE BILL AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT IS SPUR DIRECTOR, KATIE ETTMAN. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US. THANK YOU FOR HAVING ME. HAPPY TO BE HERE. MEDICINE COMES A LOT OF FORMS, BUT WHO’D MEDICINE. WHAT IS THAT? WE KNOW BASED ON RESEARCH THAT…
Healthy Meal Planning: Tips for Older Adults
Eating healthfully and having an active lifestyle can support healthy aging. Use the resources below to learn about different patterns of healthy eating and ways to create a nutritious meal plan.
Older adults’ unique nutrition needs
Simple adjustments can go a long way toward building a healthier eating pattern. Follow these tips to get the most out of foods and beverages while meeting your nutrient needs and reducing the risk of disease:
Read and share this infographic and spread the word about ways that can help foster healthy aging.
Enjoy a variety of foods from each food group to help…
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Experts help us find the products that’ll help you grow thicker, fuller hair. (Amazon)
When it comes to the best hair-growth products, there is so much information to sift through. What are the best anti-thinning ingredients to look for? Is topical minoxidil the right approach? Or is it better to depend on biotin hair growth supplements? To help solve these endless hair mysteries, we spoke to stylist and hair growth expert Diane Stevens, owner of Cole Stevens Salon, and trichologist Gabrielle Henderson, owner of Frolanthropy Salon.
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15 High-Fiber Breakfasts That Keep You Full — Eat This Not That
Starting your day off with a healthy, well-balanced breakfast is a kind thing to do for your body and your overall health. For one, eating a high-protein breakfast can help set your metabolism up for the rest of the day, while also helping to keep you full until lunch. But protein isn’t the only satisfying nutrient you should aim to get in the morning—eating a high-fiber breakfast is important, too.
According to Trista Best, MPH, RD, LD at Balance One Supplements, dietary fiber can help support “digestive health by preventing constipation and promoting regular bowel movements, lower cholesterol levels, provide…
Here’s the average salary for each generation says they need to feel ‘financially healthy.’ Gen Z requires a whopping $171K/year — but how do you own expectations
Here’s the average salary for each generation says they need to feel ‘financially healthy.’ Gen Z requires a whopping $171K/year — but how do your own expectations compare?
As the global COVID-19 pandemic rages on, another “health” crisis has been plaguing the US
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My husband and I taught our children about eating healthily, but we’ve never tried to demonize any foods, focusing on how anything can be healthy if eaten in moderation. We don’t tend to keep a lot of sweets in our house. I’m an immigrant from a country noted for its sweets, but diabetes runs in both my husband’s and my own family, so we keep such things to a…
2021 CPT Codes by the CMS for Medicare Extension Care Management Programs
The chronic care management program was virtually untouched by the 2021 Final Rule from CMS. There are three main CPT codes and two add-on CPT codes in 2021 that may be billed by primary care providers for CCM services.
Requirements for CCM:
Non-Complex CCM:
Two or more chronic conditions expected to last at least 12 months (or until the death of the patient)
Patient consent (verbal or signed)
Personalized care plan in a certified EHR and a copy provided to the patient
24/7 patient access to a member of the care team for urgent needs
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