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Harvard Study: Mind-Body Interventions Reduce Healthcare Utilization by 43%
Posted on February 9, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Participate, Prevent, WellnessA recent study conducted by Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital Benson-Henry Institute demonstrated that mind-body interventions such as meditation, yoga and prayer can reduce the need for healthcare services by up to 43%. About the Study & Its Findings Specifically, the Relaxation Response Resiliency Program (3RP) was used on a large and diverse cohort of patients […]
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Where Do We Stand With Obesity?
Posted on February 4, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Nutrition, Prevent, WellnessWondering where do we stand with obesity? Following is a brief history of the obesity epidemic, as well as insights into where we are headed with this issue. In 1990, 15% of the adult population in America was considered obese.[1] By 2000, the number of adults with excess weight surpassed the number of underweight adults […]
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Why Boomers Need to Take Better Care of Themselves
Posted on January 15, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Men's Health, P4 Health, Participate, Personalize, Predict, Prevent, Senior Health, Women's HealthA national MDVIP survey of 1,049 baby boomers conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs revealed that “while 94 percent of boomers believe preventive care is an important part of staying healthy, three out of four say they should be doing more to better manage their health (74 percent). Half of boomers (46 percent) say they don’t […]
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How Telemedicine is Changing Healthcare
Posted on January 12, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Men's Health, P4 Health, Senior Health, Women's HealthTelemedicine is on the rise and although it may appear to distance a patient from his or her physician, in reality, it is doing just the opposite. It actually might help turn a disjointed, impersonal, chaotic system into one that is integrated, personal and streamlined. Here’s how telemedicine is changing healthcare… What is Telemedicine? Telemedicine […]
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How Mental Health Affects Physical Health
Posted on December 16, 2015 by CarpeVITA Admin in WellnessMental health and physical health are indisputably interconnected, therefore most physical health issues will present mental symptoms and visa versa. One of the most obvious examples of this occurring is when we experience a headache or stomachache as a result of stress or nervousness. Here are some additional examples of how mental health affects physical […]
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What is Care Management & Why Do We Need it?
Posted on December 11, 2015 by CarpeVITA Admin in P4 Health, Participate, Personalize, Prevent, Senior Health, WellnessCare managers are typically licensed nurses or social workers that work with patients to make healthcare more personalized, more accessible and more informative with improved outcomes. In simple terms, care management is the process by which patients are guided to receive the care they personally need. Let’s look further at the following questions: what is […]
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What Primary Care Will Look Like in the Coming Years
Posted on December 8, 2015 by CarpeVITA Admin in Genomics, Healthcare Reform, P4 Health, Participate, Personalize, Predict, Prevent, WellnessThere’s no doubt about it, healthcare in America is changing dramatically, with value-based payment models, population health initiatives and personalized healthcare making much of the impact. Couple that with the aging baby boomers, and it’s obvious that primary care will have to go through a transformation as well. Wondering what primary care will look like? […]
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Maple Spiced Pecans Recipe
Posted on December 7, 2015 by CarpeVITA Admin in RecipesPecans are one of autumn’s most delicious treats, and better yet when you add some maple syrup and spices. These maple spiced pecans are quick and easy to make, but so delicious you’ll wow your holiday company. Maple Spiced Pecans Ingredients: 1 pound raw pecan halves1 Tbsp organic pure maple syrup1.5 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil1/2 […]
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8 Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving
Posted on November 24, 2015 by CarpeVITA Admin in WellnessThanksgiving is fun and is certainly one of the “yummiest” days of the year, but it’s not always the healthiest. Here are 8 tips for a healthy Thanksgiving, while still enjoying the festivities. 8 Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving Eat in the Morning – Waiting all day to eat seems logical since you want to […]
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How Your Hormones Affect Your Weight
Posted on November 23, 2015 by CarpeVITA Admin in Weight LossHormones play a key role in weight loss, helping you drop pounds or maintain a healthy weight when they are balanced and making it next to impossible to lose weight when they are out of balance. In this article, we’ll look at how your hormones affect your weight and what you need to know to […]
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