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Category Archives: Related Content

Understanding dense breast tissue

Breast Health, Care & Treatment, Wellness@MatherBy Victoria HoltjeOctober 29, 2025

Dear Breast Imaging Radiologist, After my last routine mammogram, I was told, “You have dense breast tissue.” I stared at the report, a silent “What does that even mean?” hanging in the air. Until then, the concept of breast density had been completely off my radar. Then, I was left wondering: Was this a ticking…

Soy does not cause breast cancer

Bariatrics, Health Tips, Medical Weight Management, Related Content, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonOctober 8, 2025

Soy refers to the soybean plant. It is categorized as a legume and is native to East Asia. It is often used as a plant-based alternative to animal protein. Soy is considered a high biological protein source because it contains all nine essential amino acids that the human body cannot produce on its own and must obtain from food.

The difference between physical hunger and emotional hunger

Bariatrics, Health Tips, Medical Weight Management, Related Content, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonSeptember 16, 2025

Have you ever found yourself standing in front of the fridge, not really sure if you’re hungry but still craving something? That might not be physical hunger at all. It could be emotional hunger.

Grilled Salad

Bariatrics, Health Tips, Medical Weight Management, Related Content, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonJuly 9, 2025

Here is an easy way to have a super simple tasty summer salad. Try grilling your lettuce. You’ll love the charred smoky flavor it adds to salad.

Prevent falls with functional fitness

Bariatrics, Health Tips, Medical Weight Management, Related Content, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonJune 24, 2025

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65 years and older.  In 2019, 83% percent of hip fracture deaths and 88% of emergency department visits and hospitalizations for hip fractures were caused by falls.

Vegetarian Bolognese – A healthy alternative to a classic favorite!

Bariatrics, Health Tips, Medical Weight Management, Related Content, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonJune 4, 2025

Enjoy a healthy alternative to a classic favorite!

Is your lower back causing you pain?

Care & Treatment, Joint Replacement, Wellness@MatherBy Jonathan AndersonMay 29, 2025

Lower back pain is a common ailment, and the L4-L5 motion segment is often the culprit. This segment, consisting of the two lowest vertebrae in the spine, can cause a variety of painful symptoms.

No change leads to no change

Bariatrics, Health Tips, Medical Weight Management, Related Content, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonMay 22, 2025

Behavior change is hard! It is complex and multifactorial; it includes our biology, our psyche, and our environment. Change will only occur when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of making the change.

Why pickleball is the perfect sport for seniors

Care & Treatment, Joint Replacement, Wellness@MatherBy Victoria HoltjeMay 2, 2025

Looking for a fun, engaging way to stay active and social as you age? Pickleball might be the perfect fit. This increasingly popular sport offers a unique blend of physical, cognitive and social benefits, making it the perfect sport for seniors. Pickleball’s low-impact nature is one of the many reasons it is an ideal sport…

Spring into nutrition

Bariatrics, Health Tips, Medical Weight Management, Related Content, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 24, 2025

Spring is a bountiful time for fresh produce! If you want the freshest, ripest produce choose fruits, veggies and herbs that are in season. Plus, in season usually means they cost less money! Check out your local grocery store or your local farmers market as they are starting to open back up for the season.

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