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The dangers of belly fat ing of the arteries known as atherosclerosis. The complications of atherosclerosis depends on which arteries are affected, but they can include an assortment of diseases that affect the arteries and a greater risk for aneurysms and chronic kidney disease.

Johns Hopkins Medicine notes that visceral fat is just as harmful for the heart as high blood pressure and smoking. So while efforts to reduce belly fat may initially be embraced to improve appearance, individuals should know that reducing fat in their midsections also can reduce their risk for a host of conditions, some of which are deadly.

A desire to lose weight and look good compels millions of people to adopt healthy habits every day. But shedding fat is about more than looking good, especially when that fat has accumulated in individuals’ abdomens.

Individuals may aspire to lose belly fat so they can fit into old outfits or look better in photos, and those are perfectly valid reasons to embrace healthy weight loss strategies. However, an even better reason to banish excessive belly fat is the link that such fat has to long-term health problems.

What’s so bad about belly fat?

Seeing belly fat as a merely cosmetic concern overlooks the effects it has on overall health. According to the Mayo Clinic, belly fat is not limited to the extra layer of padding just below the skin known as subcutaneous fat. Belly fat also includes visceral fat, which means it extends to deep inside the abdomen and surrounds internal organs. Johns Hopkins Medicine notes that visceral fat in the bel-

How much belly fat is too much? ly is very close to the liver, which can turn it into cholesterol. From there, the fat goes through the bloodstream and may collect along the walls of the arteries, potentially contributing to a hardening and narrow-

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he National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute notes that body mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women. Though BMI can be a useful tool in helping individuals determine their overall health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that BMI does not diagnose the body fatness or health of an individual. Rather, BMI’s usefulness rests in its usage as a screening tool. Doctors may measure an individual’s BMI and then use that to determine if any further assessments are necessary, and what those assessments might be. Parents should know that BMI is interpreted differently for children and teens even though the same formula is used to calculate it. That’s because the amount of body fat changes with age and it differs between girls and boys.

Factors such as age and sex do not affect BMI ranges for adults.

No two individuals are the same, and some who are already at increased risk for heart disease and other ailments may be in greater danger than others if they have a significant amount of belly fat. But the National Institutes of Health notes that women with a waist that is more than 40

inches and men with a waist that is more than 35 inches may be more likely to develop health problems related to belly fat, including heart disease and type 2 diabetes, than their peers with smaller waistlines.

What are the best ways to decrease belly fat?

Individuals with substantial belly fat should work in concert with their physicians to develop a healthy regimen to decrease that fat. A combination of diet and exercise is generally recommended, but how much exercise and which foods to eat will depend on individuals’ current conditions and medical histories. So it’s imperative that individuals speak to their physicians before making any drastic changes to their diets and fitness regimens.

Ample belly fat poses a significant threat to individuals’ overall health. Embracing strategies to reduce belly fat through healthy means can help people slim down and improve their long-term health outlook.

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Newman Regional Health providing latest in bone health assessment Special to The Gazette

Newman Regional Health has expanded its health and wellness services for men and women with the addition of the Horizon DXA bone densitometry system from Hologic.

Osteoporosis is a growing healthcare crisis affecting millions of men and women worldwide. Healthcare costs associated with osteoporosis are staggering, and the effect on a patient’s quality of life can be devastating. Only about 10% of women over the age of 65 have normal bone mass. 77% of American women with osteoporosis are undiagnosed (and therefore untreated). Fortunately, osteoporosis is detectable and treatable and testing is safe and noninvasive.

The imaging technology of the Hori-

zon DXA system provides superb image quality with advanced diagnostic tools to support early detection and treatment of osteoporosis. Horizon enables new dimensions in care, including greater insights into biomechanical strength, visualization of calcification in the abdominal aorta that can indicate heart disease, lumbar spine and proximal femur studies, BMD measurements of the entire skeleton, atypical femur fracture (AFF) assessment, and many other clinical applications.

“We are grateful for the financial support provided by the Walter S. & Evan C. Jones Testamentary Trust, William and Aloha Preston Family Trust, Capitol Federal Foundation, and the Lyon County Commission,” said Bob Wright, CEO at Newman Regional Health. “Through their generosity, our hospital now has

Care Center at Newman Regional Health. Other updates include the addition of 3D mammography and stereotactic breast ultrasound completed in February 2022.

Business After Hours Newman Regional Health is hosting a Business After Hours event at 5 p.m.

April 28, in partnership with the Emporia Chamber of Commerce, where the public will be invited to tour the space HOLOGIC.COM and learn about the enhanced equipthe technology to help our physicians ment and services provided within the and advanced practice providers diag- W.S. & E.C. Jones Breast Care Center. nose and treat osteoporosis and heart For more information on bone densidisease sooner than ever before.” tometry or to schedule an appointment, The addition of a bone densitometry speak with your healthcare provider or system completes a $600,000+ investment in the W.S. & E.C. Jones Breast call 620-343-6800 x21167.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month Courtesy CrossWinds Counseling & Wellness

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year.

1 in 20 will experience serious, potentially life-threatening mental illnesses.

Numbers are largely the same among younger populations. 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year, with 50% of all long-term mental illnesses beginning by the age of 14.

Studies conducted by SAMHSA suggest that individuals diagnosed with depression have a 40% higher risk of developing cardiovascular and metabolic diseases than the general population. People with serious mental illness are nearly twice as likely to develop these conditions. Just over 32% of U.S. adults with mental illness will also experience a related substance use disorder.

The rate of unemployment is also higher among U.S. adults who have mental illness (6.4%) compared to

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As calendars turn to May, it’s important that we keep putting the harmful connotations and stereotypes surrounding mental illness to rest. During this edition of National Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s each pledge to treat mental illness just like any other important health issue. Make an effort to

wear a green ribbon in public and play an active role in sparking important conversations. Familiarize yourself with local resources for those in need. Be willing to provide an open and non-judgmental ear to the important people in your life.

Together, we can continue to break the stigma, increase knowledge, and advocate for better access to treatment in each of our communities.

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What to know about The benefits of building a strong core nerve injuries

The human body is a complex marvel.

Various systems within the body work together to make life as humans know it possible, and though these systems are resilient, they’re not invulnerable to injury.

The nervous system is a fascinating part of the human body that includes the brain, the spinal cord and nerves. This system controls much of what the body does, so it’s no surprise that nerve injuries can have a profound effect on individuals’ daily lives.

What do peripheral nerves do?

Johns Hopkins Medicine notes that peripheral nerves send messages from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. This is done through a network of 43 pairs of motor and sensory nerves that control the functions of sensation, movement and motor coordination.

Are peripheral nerves vulnerable to injury?

Peripheral nerves are fragile and easily damaged, so they are vulnerable to injury. Serious injury or trauma may require surgery, and the grade of severity, which can be determined using the Sunderland scale, will help doctors determine a treatment plan. The Mayo Clinic emphasizes the importance of seeking immediate treatment for peripheral nerve injuries, as doing so can prevent complications and permanent nerve damage.

What causes peripheral nerve injuries?

in the nerve tissue), severe bruising, stretching, electrical injury, or drug injection injury. Gunshot wounds also can cause peripheral nerve injuries.

What are the symptoms of peripheral nerve injuries?

The Mayo Clinic notes that symptoms of peripheral nerve injuries, including pain, range from mild to severe.

Severe symptoms can seriously limit individuals’ ability to perform and engage in daily activities.

Symptoms differ depending on which nerve fibers are affected. Motor nerves regulate all the muscles under conscious control, helping people to walk, speak and hold objects. Sensory nerves relay information about touch, temperature and pain, while autonomic nerves regulate activities that are not consciously controlled, such as breathing, heart function and digestion. Since these functions are so different, it’s no surprise that injuries to each type of nerve produce different symptoms.

MOTOR NERVES: Muscle weakness, uncontrollable muscle twitching and painful cramps are characteristics of motor nerve injuries.

SENSORY NERVES: Sensory nerve injury symptoms may include numbness, tingling in the hands or feet and difficulty sensing pain or changes in temperature.

Individuals also may experience difficulty walking, maintaining their balance with their eyes closed or fastening buttons.

AUTONOMIC NERVES: Excessive sweating, changes in blood pressure, an inabilJohns Hopkins Medicine indicates ity to tolerate heat, and gastrointestinal that peripheral nerve injuries can occur issues are potential indicators of autoafter suffering a laceration (a cut or tear nomic nerve injuries.

Fitness professionals recognize the importance of a well-balanced workout.

Much like a diet that includes foods from each of the major food groups can provide the balance of nutrients and vitamins bodies need to achieve optimal health, a workout routine that includes an assortment of strength and cardiovascular exercises is the recipe for a fit and healthy body.

Core exercises are a vital component of a well-rounded workout. Core exercises can help individuals build sculpted abdominal muscles, and while that’s a goal for many core devotees, the benefits of core exercises extend well make daily tasks easier and less taxing beyond the cosmetic. on the body, providing both short- and long-term benefits.

BUILD A STRONG, HEALTHY BACK: The International Association For the Study BECOME A BETTER ATHLETE: Core of Pain reports that lower back pain has training has long been a key compobeen the leading cause of years lived nent of professional athletes’ exerwith disability across the globe since cise regimens, and it’s just as benefi1990. Lower back pain can be debilitat- cial to amateur athletes as well. The ing, but core exercises strengthen mus- Harvard Medical School notes that a cles in the core, including those in the strong core powers a host of athletic back. The Mayo Clinic notes that core activities, including golf, tennis, cyexercises train muscles in the pelvis, cling, running, swimming, and team lower back, hips, and abdomen to work sports like baseball and volleyball. A together, creating greater balance and strong core also benefits outdoor enstability and contributing to a healthy thusiasts who love to kayak and hike back. difficult terrain.

MAKE DAILY LIFE EASIER: Individuals may not realize it, but their cores play a vital role in performing a great number of daily tasks. Core muscles are activated when doing everything from taking out the trash to getting dressed.

If those muscles are weak, the cumulative effect of that weakness can add up and contribute to aches, pains and other health problems. Strong core muscles

SCULPT ABDOMINALS: The cosmetic benefits of building a strong core should not be overlooked, as individuals might gain additional motivation to keep exercising and eating right when they see desirable results in the mirror.

Core exercises strengthen and sculpt abdominal muscles, creating a win-win situation for anyone who wants to get healthy and look good doing it.

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SKIN STUDIO OFFERS HORMONE OPTIMIZATION THERAPY Special to The Gazette

The primary goal of Biote is to help balance hormones through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy using pellets. Hormone balance is crucial to leading a healthier and more fulfilling life. That’s why the mission of Biote is to help people live better, longer.*

What Is the Goal of Hormone Optimization Therapy?

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) may offer relief for many common and debilitating symptoms that medical providers often overlook. Some of these symptoms include: Exhaustion* Stress* Foggy thinking* Weight gain* Sleep disturbances* And so much more* Often, people with symptoms like these are suffering from hormonal imbalance. These ailments may be managed by getting to the root cause of these complex conditions and returning the patient to a state of hormonal balance. BHRT may be a simple method for correcting these complex issues through hormone optimization.*

What Is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Pellet Therapy?

hormone replacement. It allows a patient’s body to absorb the right level of hormones at the right time using a delivery method the body can process efficiently.

Pellets are small capsules (about the size of a grain of rice) that contain bioidentical hormones like testosterone or estrogen. A bioidentical hormone is the exact molecular structure of hormones the body produces naturally.

They are inserted under the skin, where hormones enter the bloodstream as they dissolve over several months. Our studies show that patients may see the effects of hormone optimization up to four weeks after a pellet insertion. Everyone is unique and some people may feel the effects immediately, while others may take up to two or more pellet insertions before they feel full effects.

Hormones delivered by pellet therapy bypass the liver, do not affect clotting factors, do not increase the risk of thrombosis, and avoid the fluctuations of hormone levels some patients may experience.* Biote bioidentical hormone pellets are made from soy or the yam plant to create estradiol and/or testosterone molecules, unlike synthetic hormones, which are made from animal parts or urine and have a different molecular structure than what the body produces.

How Can a Patient Get Started With BHRT?

First, a patient can find a Biote Certified Provider near them. If their healthcare provider is not listed, they can nominate a provider to become certified. Next, they Bioidentical hormone replacement pel- schedule an office visit to test their current let therapy is a personalized approach to hormone levels. Based on a comprehen-

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