Whether you’re having a quiet one, or braving the Black Friday sales you might be tempted to pick up a drink or two.
But wait 🚫 before you grab that glass, did you know that Australian’s are drinking more than they were last year. Long term use of excess alcohol can cause a multitude of health risks, ranging from high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, weakened immune system, memory problems and mental health issues just to name a few.
It is recommended that healthy men and women drink no more than 10 standard drinks a week and no more than 4 in one day.
So maybe switch that glass to a juice instead or perhaps an alcohol free alternative.
Type 2 diabetes is a rapidly growing national problem. 100,000 Australians developed diabetes in the past year and type 2 diabetes accounts for around 85% of all diabetes.
Early identification and management of people with type 2 diabetes is very important.
Thirst, lethargy, change in weight and passing urine frequently are some of the common symptoms of diabetes.
Checking your risk for diabetes is simple and quick and can be done with your GP.
If you have any questions or concerns about diabetes or would like to have your risk checked pop by and see me in clinic.
Ever wanted to know how our faces age and what can be done to help?
Stayed tuned over on youtube.com/drnora for an in-depth explanation coming soon with details on what you can do to help at home and in clinic.
Take care and stay healthy 😘
Dr Nora 💉
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Whether you’ve been thinking about it for some time or are a seasoned veteran, be sure to head over to my cosmetics page @drnoracosmetics for before and afters and informative videos of common treatments.
Not only are such treatments used for cosmetic purposes but they can also be used for medical conditions too, such as teeth grinding and excess sweating.
For more information pop over and see me in clinic today.
Heart disease is a major cause of health problems and death in Australia. The good news is, it’s often preventable. Here are my top tips to keep your heart ticking along nice and strong:
- Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Reduce consumption of foods that are high in saturated fats such as butter
- Exercise regularly after checking with your health provider. This could be a simple stroll on the beach or a brisk walk
- Stop smoking
- Cut down on alcohol
- Keep stress levels to a low and do activities that make you feel happy
- See you doctor regularly for a heart health check up.
If you are concerned about your heart or would like a check up, pop by and see me in clinic.
