Robert Ellis PA-C

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• What are the Benefits of Plyometrics?

  Plyometrics, plyos, or jump training, is an exercise regimen developed to improve power, agility, and speed. These exercises were developed originally for the Olympic athletes to enhance their performance. Now, these rebounding exercises have become very popular among others, particularly for...

• Ashwagandha Benefits: What Is Ashwagandha Used For?

  Ashwagandha is scientifically known as Withania somnifera. It is also known as winter cherry or Indian ginseng, owing to its rejuvenating properties. Ashwagandha is composed of numerous useful medicinal substances such as choline, fatty acids, withanolides, alkaloids, and a variety of sugars.Native...

• Holistic Treatments for Hypothyroidism

  Hypothyroidism is a very common condition in which the thyroid gland is unable to produce adequate hormones to maintain the metabolic levels of the body. Having a low amount of thyroid hormones in the blood affects the energy production in cells. A decrease in thyroid hormones leads to fatigue and...

• Lump in the Throat (Globus Sensation): What Does It Mean?

  The presence of a lump in the throat is medically referred to as a globus sensation. It's extremely common and makes up 5% of all ENT referrals.A physical examination would help in revealing whether or not there is any actual object or lump present in the throat, but this typically isn't the...

• How is Dengue Fever Diagnosed?

  Dengue fever, transmitted by the virus-carrying Aedes aegypti mosquito, is difficult to analyze and identify in its initial stages. This is mainly because the symptoms mimic those of other viral fevers, most notably leptospirosis, (picked up from infected pets and rodents) malaria, and typhoid....

• What are the Remedies for Menstrual Cramps?

  Pain across the abdominal region and the back that occurs before and during the menstrual periods is referred to as menstrual cramps. The pain may range from mild to severe, and it can vary depending on the individual. Menstrual cramps are generally seen in girls who are overweight or obese. Those...