5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Doctor  Your doctor is your partner in health. Choosing one is more important than selecting a hairstylist or banker. Your health matters more than your hairstyle, and even your money. If you’re not healthy, you can’t enjoy having a full bank account.  This quote is spot-on: “The first wealth is health”  ~Ralph Waldo Emersen  So, how do you choose a doctor you can trust and who will help you maximize your health? First, make sure you’re choosing a physician that your health plan allows. Review your policy beforehand. Many also list appro ..read more

Cooking Healthier Meals for Your Kids Obesity and metabolic diseases are prevalent among kids these days. Instilling healthy eating habits as early as possible can help lower the risks of dietary imbalances, most especially obesity. In order to start your child’s journey to healthy eating habits, you might want to introduce healthier versions of common meals at home. Here are four ways to cook healthier meals. Steam. This method of cooking eliminates the extra oils and fats that are added to the food, as in the case of frying. Steaming is much more preferable to boiling because the large quan ..read more

Reclaim Your Health: Comprehensive Diabetes Care in Katy, South Texas  In the heart of the vibrant South Texas Crossroads area, you’ll find Complete Care Physicians, a dedicated healthcare destination. Based in Katy, Texas, we are extending our care and services to patients across the region. Our mission? To ensure you receive personalized care tailored to your needs. One of our main focuses is assisting patients in managing and understanding diabetes, a condition that affects millions yet is highly manageable—and, importantly, often reversible. Understanding the Diabetes Exam The first ..read more

Keep Your Colon Healthy With Kale No vegetable is more valuable to colon health than kale, the best food source of lutein. Lutein protects against colon cancer in both men and women. If you develop colon cancer, the more lutein you consume, the more likely the tumor is to be located where the surgeon can remove it without removing a long section of your colon. If you smoke, lutein is even more important for your colon health than if you don’t. A single serving of kale provides 15,625 micrograms of lutein, more than you will get from any lutein supplement, and nearly twice as much as the second ..read more

Complete Care South Texas: Your Go-To for Comprehensive Physical Exams  At Complete Care Physicians, located in the heart of Katy, Texas, we are committed to serving patients across the entire South Texas Crossroads region. Your health is our priority, and we are here to ensure that you receive the best care possible, starting with a physical exam. Physical Exams: More Than Just a Check-up  A physical exam is a thorough review conducted by a primary care specialist. It is designed to assess your overall health and to detect potential health issues before they become significant prob ..read more

Does Coffee Increase Blood Pressure or the Risk of Hypertension? For many people, coffee is an every-morning ritual that makes waking up easier and more enjoyable. Some don’t stop at one cup of coffee, though. Perhaps they are a two or three-cup type of person, or they have a cup or two in the afternoon for a pick-me-up. But is there a danger to all those cups of joe? Caffeine and High Blood Pressure Coffee, more specifically the caffeine in coffee, is linked to temporarily spiking your blood pressure. For those who frequent coffee daily, they gradually develop a physiological tolerance to caf ..read more

How to Make Healthy Choices at Fast Food Restaurants Making the best food choices at fast-food restaurants depends on a lot more than taste. You should also take into consideration health conditions and dietary restrictions. Your doctor should be your first source of information about the best foods for you to eat. They will know what you should definitely avoid, what you can eat in moderation, and what you can partake of freely. Of course, most doctors will tell you to avoid fast food altogether. On the occasions when you do go out for fast food, the following should help. People with choles ..read more