Shakira’s Story: Aortic Stenosis Survivor

2019-02-11 5:44:55 PM

Hello my name is Shakira. I have a congenital heart defect known as Aortic Stenosis. I have undergone three major surgeries and I was on ECMO (Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) two times. A little over a year ago, My life almost ended before it even started. A major infection known as Endocarditis, attacked my heart and … Continue reading “Shakira’s Story: Aortic Stenosis Survivor”

Targeting Tummy Fat: Can you Spot Reduce?

2019-01-24 9:29:48 AM

The answer is no. You cannot spot reduce. It is impossible to lose weight in just one area of your body. When you lose weight via diet and exercising, you lose weight all over your body. However, you might lose weight faster in some areas of your body than others due to your body composition … Continue reading “Targeting Tummy Fat: Can you Spot Reduce?”

The Benefits of Drinking Water

2018-06-12 3:51:53 PM

By Rume Ameke Water is extremely important to the body. Your body is made up of 70% of water and every organ, cell, and tissue in your body makes use of water for optimal performance. You should drink at least 2 liters of water every day to re-hydrate your body and replace the large amounts … Continue reading “The Benefits of Drinking Water”