The Prescription Your Doctor Doesn’t Write

by Chuck Svendsen, MD

I have a prescription that I give to all my patients, and it's quite remarkable. Here are some of the statistics around it. This treatment is just as effective as any of the medications currently available for heart failure, prediabetes, and coronary artery disease.¹ It has also been found to be markedly superior to blood thinners in the treatment of stroke rehabilitation.  Additionally, it has been shown to yield a consistent 50% reduction in all-cause mortality when comparing individuals that take it with those who do not.² So, what is this miracle drug? If you haven't already guessed, it's exercise.

Why Accountability is the MVP of Your Fitness Journey

by Jen Ahlberg, PhD

We’ve all been there. It’s January 1st (or a random Monday), and you’re ready to make big changes. You bought the new shoes, prepped the meals, and promised yourself that this time is the time.

Hormone Replacement in Menopause: Not Just Estrogen and Not Just Patches

by Lael Luedtke, MD

Menopause and its associated impacts on women’s health have finally emerged from the darkness in the last few years.  For generations, menopause has been seen as an inevitable event that must be endured. Now “the change” is recognized, discussed and investigated for the dramatic impact it has on the well-being of women as they age.  You’ve probably heard it discussed in podcasts. You might have seen well funded start-up businesses focusing on menopause treatment. But what does the science tell us about what is effective to help women navigate this change?