Unveiling the Sunshine Vitamin: The Vital Importance of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in several physiological processes in the body, including bone metabolism,...
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Jarrod Couch
- Apr 18, 2023
- 2 min
Exploring the Benefits of Low Glycemic Index Foods for a Healthy Lifestyle
The glycemic index (GI) is a measure of how quickly carbohydrates in food are digested and absorbed into the bloodstream, and how they...
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Jarrod Couch
- Apr 18, 2023
- 2 min
Mastering the Moment: Unveiling the Health Benefits of Mindfulness
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a program that combines mindfulness meditation, yoga, and body awareness to help people...
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Jarrod Couch
- Apr 18, 2023
- 3 min
The Essential Hormone: Understanding the Importance of Insulin for Overall Health
Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas and plays a critical role in regulating blood sugar levels in the body. It is an...
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Jarrod Couch
- Apr 7, 2023
- 2 min
Unlock the Power of Zone 2 Cardio for Ultimate Fitness and Weight Loss
When it comes to cardio exercise, many people default to steady-state cardio such as jogging or cycling at a moderate intensity. However,...
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Jarrod Couch
- Mar 12, 2023
- 2 min
Can I Make Everything in an Instant Pot?
If you're reading this, chances are you already know what an Instant Pot is. But for those of you who don't, it's basically a pressure...
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Jarrod Couch
- Feb 25, 2023
- 2 min
Health Benefits of Fermented Foods
Sauerkraut, yogurt, sourdough bread, ginger bug, olives. Not only are they delicious, but these fermented foods are health-boosting...
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Jarrod Couch
- Jan 27, 2023
- 2 min
What is a Health Savings Account?
A health savings account (HSA) is a special savings account that allows individuals to save money for medical expenses on a tax-free...
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Jarrod Couch
- Jan 21, 2023
- 2 min
3 Tips for Beginning Runners
Guest Post by Gretchen Addison Gretchen is a running coach and certified personal trainer based in Abingdon, VA. You can find her on...
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Jarrod Couch
- Nov 20, 2022
- 2 min
“My Doctor”
One of my favorite sentiments to hear from patients is "Dr. X was my doctor for years." While it is a simple phrase, I think it does hint...
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Jarrod Couch
- Oct 25, 2022
- 2 min
Living the "Spanish Pipedream"
The Late Great John Prine is one of America's greatest songwriters, and in "Spanish Pipedream," he writes: “Blow up your TV, throw away...
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Jarrod Couch
- Sep 19, 2022
- 2 min
What is Medical Minimalism?
We have all heard the phrase "Less is More." However, many patients I speak with are dissatisfied with how many medicines they are...
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Jarrod Couch
- Aug 21, 2022
- 2 min
Do you need OMT?
Osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT) is a hands-on form of manipulative medicine. For simplification, many folks liken it to...
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Jarrod Couch
- Aug 7, 2022
- 2 min
Start getting better sleep today
Sleep is crucial. It is fundamental. Poor sleep quality has been associated with increased risk for developing or worsening other...
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Jarrod Couch
- Jul 31, 2022
- 2 min
DPC is Different, but is it New?
In 1929, a former school superintendent Justin Kimball was serving as the hospital administrator at Baylor University Hospital in Dallas,...
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Jarrod Couch
- Jul 10, 2022
- 3 min
Weight Loss, Insulin and Obesity: 5 Common Denominators
The idea for this blog came after reading some of the more popular books in the weight loss genre—The Obesity Code, Why We Get Sick, and...
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Jarrod Couch
- May 27, 2022
- 3 min
Buyer Beware: 5 Signs You May Need New Primary Care
Finding a good doctor is like finding a good barber; they are hard to find, hard to find a good fit, and hard to know what kind of cut...
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Jarrod Couch
- Apr 9, 2022
- 3 min
What is Osteopathy?
A.T. Still was born in Lee County, Virginia in 1828. He became a physician and surgeon, trained in the conventional medical education. ...
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