Do you remember what you ate the last time heartburn kept you up at night? Heartburn is the most common symptom of acid reflux, and can be extremely uncomfortable, says Mills-Peninsula registered dietitian Donna deKay.
“Some of the foods we eat – such as coffee and chocolate – increase the amount of gastric acid we produce,” she says in this video segment from Healthpoint TV. Find out what foods to avoid and how to change your eating behaviors to help control heartburn.
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Did you know that women are twice as likely as men to get osteoporosis, a condition that can lead to bone fractures?
Daily weight-bearing exercise, such as walking, and a diet rich in calcium can help strengthen your bones. In this video segment from Healthpoint TV, Mills-Peninsula registered dietitian Donna deKay looks at how much calcium you need and how to get more of the bone-saving nutrient in your diet.
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Would you like more face time with doctors and other experts on the latest health topics and trends?
Mills-Peninsula’s Healthpoint TV features interviews with physicians and other health care professionals on a wide range of health and wellness subjects from pregnancy to emergency medicine and weight loss.
Healthpoint TV is based on Mills-Peninsula
Residents of San Mateo County are already familiar with Mills-Peninsula’s award-winning magazine Healthpoint, which features health information and updates on services provided at our community hospital – Mills-Peninsula Medical Center in Burlingame – and Mills Health Center in San Mateo.
Now with 10 shows in rotation on local cable station Peninsula TV (Channel 26) Healthpoint TV, brings that same great information to life. Every 30-minute show also includes top tips on diet and exercise from Mills-Peninsula dietitians and exercise physiologists. In fact, Healthpoint TV won an award of it’s own recently for “excellence in health care marketing.
You can view Healthpoint TV on Peninsula TV Bay Area’s Channel 26 at the following times:
Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m.
Daily: 5:30 p.m.
Sunday – Thursday & Saturday: 11 p.m.
You can also watch the latest episodes online anytime on the Vimeo channel: Enjoy the show!
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“Orthopedics,” the latest episode of Healthpoint TV, takes you out on the playing field and into the high-tech operating room at Mills-Peninsula. You’ll hear from our orthopedic surgeons about the most common sports-related injuries and latest technologies to treat bones, muscles, joints and ligaments.
Find out how to warm up and cool down for a safe workout, and get some nutrition tips to help maintain a healthy weight.
“Orthopedics” is now airing in rotation with previous episodes of Healthpoint TV on Peninsula TV Bay Area’s Channel 26 at the following times:
· Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m.
· Daily: 5:30 p.m.
· Sunday – Thursday & Saturday: 11 p.m.
You can watch the new episode online anytime on the Vimeo channel: http://vimeo.com/34486037.
Enjoy the show!
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The holidays are behind us, and so are the cookies, pies and sugar plums. Or not? Many people may find it difficult to change their eating habits this time of year, even when they’ve made it one of their New Year’s resolutions.
How much sugar is too much? In this video segment from Healthpoint TV, you’ll find out how much hidden sugar is in your diet and how to avoid ingredients that have been linked to weight gain and other health concerns. Donna deKay, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at Mills-Peninsula, will share tips on how to reduce the amount of sugar you consume and show you a delicious, healthy desert recipe.
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Lunch on the Run – Quick Healthy Meals for You and Your Kids
It’s 11:50 a.m. at the office. Your stomach is growling and you’re ready for lunch.
Statistics show that Americans spend 50 percent of their food dollar away from home. So if you’re like most busy people, the choice comes down to a vending machine or a fast food restaurant.
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Dr. Janet Maldonado examines a patient's skin.
Skin cancer is on the rise for all age groups, and melanoma — the deadliest form of skin cancer — is increasing in people over 65. Because you accumulate sun damage throughout your life, even in later years, good habits are important at every age. Being smart about sun protection will help you stay safe while enjoying the summer.
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One program does not fit all when it comes to preventing heart disease. Mills-Peninsula’s Heart Health program is built around this philosophy — leveraging an individualized plan of exercises and education to help people reduce their risk for developing cardiovascular disease.
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In this blog post, Mills-Peninsula Exercise Physiologist Brooke Benjamin looks into the future of fitness with these top 10 trends.
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A dire need for the “purple” pill or the “my wife made me come in” excuse are just two of the reasons many men under the age of 60 give when they see me for a preventive care. Studies have shown that men really are less likely to see a doctor for routine physical exams than women.
The problem with men waiting to see a doctor until they need a prescription or are pressured to do it by a loved one is that a lot of chronic diseases have no symptoms you can feel until your illness is very advanced. Without timely physical exams and certain laboratory screening tests, serious medical problems such as hypertension (high blood pressure), diabetes or hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol) can easily go undetected.
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