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Why Your Doctor Prescribed a “Diabetes Drug” for Your Heart Failure
Explore the surprising story behind SGLT2 inhibitors, a class of medications originally developed to treat diabetes that has since transformed the treatment of heart failure.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
3 days ago


Relax and Reduce Hypertension: Proven Meditation Techniques for Better Blood Pressure Control
By calming higher brain centers that regulate sympathetic activity, meditation promotes physiological relaxation and supports cardiovascular health.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Dec 27, 2025


How To Shop For Food Smart
Shop for food smart. By learning how to shop smart you can save thousands of dollars on groceries while ensuring that your body gets all the essential nutrients it needs.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Dec 14, 2025


Calorie Restriction for Weight Loss: Safe Daily Calorie Reduction for Better Health & Longer Life
Discover how calorie restriction can support weight loss, enhance healthspan, and promote healthy aging. We explore how a modest calorie deficit and improved nutrition may boost metabolism, support cellular repair, activate pathways like sirtuins, and encourage better energy balance. Learn how gradual, sustainable changes in reduced calorie intake can benefit both body and brain.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Nov 2, 2025


Adipokines and Inflammation: The Hidden Messengers of Obesity
When most of us think of body fat, we imagine it simply as extra padding—stored energy waiting to be burned. But science has revealed something far more complex: fat tissue is not just storage.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Oct 3, 2025


Obesity: The Secret Truth About Belly Fat Doctors Don’t Tell You
Unrealized dangers of belly fat Obesity is more than just a number on the scale—it’s a serious health issue that hides its greatest...
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Oct 3, 2025


Managing High Blood Pressure
With proper treatment and consistent follow-up, high blood pressure is manageable — and its complications largely preventable
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Sep 22, 2025


Herpes: Dangers, Myths, and the Search for a Cure
Although scientists have created effective vaccines for other herpes viruses, like shingles, developing one for HSV-2 remains a challenge.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Sep 19, 2025


Healthy Eating on a Budget: Affordable Foods That Won’t Break the Bank
Eating well doesn’t have to be expensive. With these healthy eating hacks, you’ll fuel your body, save money, and enjoy delicious meals without breaking the bank.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Sep 5, 2025


The Mechanics of Cardiorespiratory Fitness: How Your Heart and Lungs Keep You Moving
Cardiorespiratory fitness is more than stamina—it is the foundation of endurance, health, and resilience. By regularly training your heart and lungs through aerobic activity, you can transform your health, boost your energy, and protect yourself against chronic disease.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Aug 29, 2025


Understanding the Symptoms of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Diabetes controlled! No worries! Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is one of the most common complications of diabetes, affecting up...
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Aug 17, 2025


What Is The Normal BMI Range?
Got your BMI results and baffled. Here's a quick reference.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Aug 16, 2025


BMI: The Number Your Doctor Gives You—And Why It Can Mislead You
BMI is just the start—discover its limits and better ways to assess your true health risk We’ve all heard about BMI —the body mass index...
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Aug 10, 2025


Creatine Uncovered: Could This Everyday Supplement Transform Your Health?
Creatine is more than just a sports supplement—it’s one of the most powerful and well-researched compounds for enhancing physical performance.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Jul 28, 2025


LDL Cholesterol
LDL cholesterol is very harmful if the levels exceed the physiological limit.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Jul 27, 2025


Cholesterol And You
There is a simple reason you need to be mindful of your cholesterol levels.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Jul 27, 2025


Avoid Serious Risks: Your Essential Guide to Middle Ear Infection Complications
Learn the signs, causes, and complications of a middle ear infection, and when to seek treatment to prevent long-term damage.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Jul 6, 2025


Should You Raise Your Testosterone Levels? Here’s What You Need to Know
What Is Testosterone and Why Is It Important?
Testosterone is a natural steroid hormone produced in both men and women, though in very different amounts. In men, it’s primarily made in the testes, while in women, it’s made in the ovaries, adrenal glands, and—especially after menopause—in fat tissue
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Jun 30, 2025


Sweating Explained: How to Stay Cool, Confident, and In Control
For those who prioritize health and wellness, understanding how the body cools itself through sweat is not just fascinating—it’s vital.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
Jun 16, 2025


What Are Functional Foods?
The health benefits of functional foods often come from things like phytochemicals, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.
Kevin Lowe M.D.
May 15, 2025
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