Do You Really Need Vitamin Supplements? Why More Can Make You Sick Walk through a pharmacy, grocery store, or social media feed and you may get the impression that nearly everyone needs vitamins or supplements. Most people do not. At Aslan Health, we have cared for patients who became sick because they were taking too many vitamins and supplements. Sometimes … Read More
Early Sugar Intake and Cancer Risk: What New Research Shows
Could the Sugar We Eat Early in Life Affect Cancer Risk Decades Later? Most of us think about nutrition in terms of what it does to our health today. We eat healthier to manage our weight, improve our blood sugar, protect our heart, or simply feel better. But what if nutrition during the first few years of life could influence … Read More
Excellent Healthcare at an Affordable Price | Aslan Health
We Don’t Practice Poverty Medicine — We Practice Excellent Medicine When people hear the words nonprofit clinic or affordable healthcare, they sometimes make an understandable assumption: the care must be different. Maybe there are fewer options. Maybe patients should expect less. Maybe lower prices mean a lower standard of care. That isn’t what we’re building at Aslan Health. Our goal … Read More
Could Sunshine Be Good for Your Heart? Sunlight, Nitric Oxide & Blood Pressure
Could Sunshine Be Good for Your Heart? What Researchers Are Learning About Sunlight and Blood Pressure For years, most conversations about sunlight and health have focused on two things: vitamin D and skin cancer. We know that sunlight helps our bodies produce vitamin D. We also know that too much ultraviolet (UV) exposure damages the skin and increases the risk … Read More
Understanding Inflammation: What It Is and How Healthy Lifestyle Choices Can Help
Understanding Inflammation: What It Is and How Lifestyle Can Help Inflammation often gets a bad reputation, but the truth is that your body cannot live without it. In fact, inflammation is one of your immune system’s most important tools. It helps you fight infections, heal injuries, and recover from illness. The problem begins when inflammation doesn’t turn off. Chronic, low-grade … Read More
Healthy Aging Starts Earlier Than You Think | Aslan Health
Most people think about healthy aging when they reach their 60s or 70s. In reality, the choices you make in your 30s, 40s, and 50s have a major impact on how healthy, active, and independent you’ll be later in life. While aging is something none of us can stop, many of the health problems commonly associated with getting older are … Read More
Why Primary Care Saves You Money | Affordable Healthcare in Central Minnesota
Why Primary Care Saves You Money Many people avoid going to the doctor because they are worried about the cost. It seems like skipping a visit will save money. However, delaying care often leads to bigger health problems, more expensive treatments, and higher medical bills. Primary care is one of the smartest investments you can make in your health—and your … Read More
When Is a Sore Throat More Than Just a Sore Throat? Signs of Strep Throat
When Is a Sore Throat More Than Just a Sore Throat? Understanding Strep Throat A sore throat is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. Most sore throats are caused by viruses and improve on their own within a few days. However, some sore throats are caused by bacteria, including strep throat, which requires treatment with antibiotics. … Read More
Five Reasons People Avoid Going to the Doctor—and Why They Shouldn’t | Aslan Health
Five Reasons People Avoid Going to the Doctor—and Why They Shouldn’t Most people know they should see a healthcare provider when something doesn’t seem right. Yet millions of Americans put it off every year. Sometimes it’s because life gets busy. Sometimes it’s because of money. Other times it’s fear or uncertainty. The problem is that waiting often allows small health … Read More
Dehydration Warning Signs: Stay Safe During Minnesota Summers | Aslan Health
Dehydration: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore During Minnesota Summers When most people think about Minnesota, they picture long winters and cold temperatures. However, our summers can be surprisingly hot and humid. Whether you’re working outside, hiking, gardening, attending a festival, or spending the day at the lake, it’s easy to become dehydrated without realizing it. Dehydration happens when your body loses … Read More