by Medwatch 7 | Apr 11, 2016 | Medwatch 7, hormones, metabolism, Thyroid
Thyroid from Medwatch 7 KSWO on Vimeo. The thyroid gland makes hormones that regulate metabolism. The thyroid also has other important effects throughout the body. An overactive thyroid can increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. A recent study examined...
by Medwatch 7 | Apr 7, 2016 | Heart & Vascular, Medwatch 7, Posture, Yoga
Yoga from Medwatch 7 KSWO on Vimeo. Having a healthy heart comes down to lifestyle, a healthy diet and exercise, but you might want to consider adding yoga to the mix. The calming nature of yoga can do wonders for your heart.
by Medwatch 7 | Apr 6, 2016 | Baby, Medwatch 7, Pregnancy
Birth defects from Medwatch 7 KSWO on Vimeo. Birth defects affect around one in every 35 babies each year and are responsible for one in five infant deaths. While many birth defects are genetic and not preventable, there are steps that women can take to help protect...
by Medwatch 7 | Apr 5, 2016 | Children's Health, Medwatch 7, Toddlers
Screen time from Medwatch 7 KSWO on Vimeo. Researchers with the American Academy of Pediatrics say kids are spending as many as seven hours a day in front of screens. This unhealthy habit is addicting for some kids.
by Medwatch 7 | Apr 4, 2016 | Heart & Vascular, Diabetes, Medwatch 7, Nutrition, Risk Factors, Weight loss
Metabolic syndrome from Medwatch 7 KSWO on Vimeo. The possible complications from diabetes are many and severe: blindness, amputations, kidney damage and more. Diabetes is also implicated in a set of factors which can damage the heart. It’s called metabolic...
