by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Apr 1, 2014 | Thyroid Blog
Everyone has heard that high cholesterol is bad for heart health. But as it turns out, the association between cholesterol and cardiovascular disease has been somewhat misrepresented. Doctors are starting to accept that cholesterol levels do not necessarily predict...
by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Jan 8, 2014 | Thyroid Blog
With the cost of health care, health insurance, deductibles, and copays going through the roof, getting sick has become financially hazardous. Although we can’t fully control our fate, we can sway the odds in our favor so that we need the health care system as little...
by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Oct 16, 2013 | Thyroid Blog
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting about 11 percent of the population. For the majority of people, heart disease is driven by diet and lifestyle factors, however research shows an increasing number of heart disease cases can...
by Dr. Steven B. Roach | May 7, 2013 | Thyroid Blog
When it comes to Mother’s Day, flowers and brunch are lovely, but what most women need is some time off and help around the house. Catching a break in these areas can go a long way to supporting their health. Most mothers seem to get the lion’s share of stress these...
by Dr. Steven B. Roach | Mar 12, 2013 | Thyroid Blog
Heart disease, stroke, diabetes, arthritis, and Alzheimer’s — chronic diseases are the most common and costly health problems in the United States. What’s worse is they are largely lifestyle diseases, meaning they often can be prevented through changes to the...
