FITNESS & HEALTH

Do Good & Feel Good: Spring and Summer Walks & Runs to Join

We're gaining a ton of mileage this Spring, and...

Understanding Endometriosis: Recognizing Signs and Treatment Options

With Erin Stone, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners Have you...

Would Personalized Physician-Guided Weight Loss Work for You?

Managing your weight at a healthy level as you...

What’s the Deal with Red Light Therapy?

Maybe you've heard about red light therapy, or maybe...

Be Prepared, Not Scared: 8 Must-Have Medical Items for Your Next Trip

Contributed by Carl Hughes, MD in Internal Medicine We’ve all been there – you’re packing for your next vacation and opening your medicine cabinet … only to scratch your head at what to include in your suitcase. Packing the right medical supplies...

Beyond the Bra: Understanding and Caring for Your Breasts

With Philomena Salvemini Hilton, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners  Many people associate breast health only with mammograms and breast cancer screenings, but good breast health starts at a young age. From regular screenings to healthy lifestyle choices, there are many...

What Is Lipo-Sculpture? How is It Different from Liposuction?

If you've heard the term Lipo-Sculpture and wondered what that means, we've got the scoop for you. If you've been in panic-mode about putting on a swim suit, we've got the scoop for you. If you've lost most of...

What is Sexual Health? Q&A with a Sexpert

With Alyse Kelly-Jones, MD, Tryon Medical Partners  When you think about your overall wellness, you probably think about how many steps you’re fitting into the day, whether or not you have a healthy diet, and how much water you should...

Fact or Fiction: The Scoop on Hormone Therapy

With Dr. Alyse Kelly-Jones, MD, Tryon Medical Partners  Menopause often comes at a time of joy in your life – you’ve raised your children, hit the height of your career and have new time and energy to dedicate to friends...

Four Things to Know About Cleaning and Grooming “Down There”

With Philomena Salvemini Hilton, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners  Walk into any pharmacy and you’ll see hundreds of products that serve to clean and groom the pubic area. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by what to do, what to use...

Charlotte Fitness Savings & Giveaways – Pilates, Bootcamp & Personal Training Deals for Your New Year

Whether you're a "New Year, New You" kind of gal or an "Ugh, Why Are the Classes So Crowded" person who can't wait for the New Year New You-ers to tire of their resolve, saving on Fitness in January...

The 411 on Intermittent Fasting 

With Allison Chalecki, RDN, LDN, CDCES, Tryon Medical Partners  Intermittent fasting has soared in popularity as a way to practice healthy eating. It comes up so often with patients that the entire Tryon Medical Partners education team spent two months...

The Invigory Takes Wellness to a Whole New Level. Celebrate Their New South End Location Grand Opening with Discounts December 10 & 11

This is the elevated wellness experience we've been waiting for ~ the new South End location of The Invigory offers state-of-the-art wellness services like Cryotherapy, Infrared Sauna, IV Therapy, Salt Rooms and more, all under one elegant and serene...

Healthcare 101: Three Tips to Stay Healthy in Your 40s

With Michael Farwell, DO, Tryon Medical Partners  People often panic when they hit their 40s, nervous that their best years are behind them and their body is going to start breaking down.  Those in their 40s are often in caregiver mode,...

Acid Reflux – What Is It? What Makes It Worse? (Hint: Age, Wine, Coffee)

There’s nothing worse than when that burn starts and your acid reflux flares up, which usually means you’re going down in flames, and about to spend the night tossing and turning with the Tums. But despite the way the obnoxious...

Three Facts Everyone Should Know About IUDs

With Erin Stone, MD, FACOG, Tryon Medical Partners  While the pill is still the most widely-used form of contraception among American women, the intrauterine device (IUD) is steadily becoming one of the most common forms of birth control. According to...