--- title: Improving Health. (2) description: (2) --- [![CareATC](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/509-CareATC%20Logo/CareATC%20Website%20Logo%20Coloured.png)](https://www.careatc.com/) # Improving Health SUBSCRIBE ## [Inflammation: Is Your Diet Putting You at Risk?](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/inflammation-is-your-diet-putting-you-at-risk-ct) ![](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/Wellness%20Coaches/Sarah%20McDougal.jpg) Posted by [Sarah McDougal](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/author/sarah-mcdougal) on Feb 8, 2022 2:27:22 AM [![](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/CareTeam/CareTeam%20PE%20Blogs/604_BP02_Anti-Inflammatory.jpg) ](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/inflammation-is-your-diet-putting-you-at-risk-ct) For many, the word “inflammation” conjures an image of a swollen body part or injury, but there is inflammation that occurs within the body that you cannot see. Many common diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, and even certain cancers, are precipitated by or accompanied by chronic low-grade inflammation. [Read Full Article](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/inflammation-is-your-diet-putting-you-at-risk-ct) **Post Topics** [Healthy Lifestyles](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/topic/healthy-lifestyles) 0 [Comments](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/inflammation-is-your-diet-putting-you-at-risk-ct#comments-listing) ## [Is Your Thyroid Functioning Properly?](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/thyroid-health-ct) ![](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/Wellness%20Coaches/Katrina%20Christianson.jpg) Posted by [Katrina Christianson](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/author/katrina-christianson) on Feb 8, 2022 2:27:19 AM [![](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/PWP_2201_Thyroid%20Health/Thyroid%20Health.jpg) ](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/thyroid-health-ct) Have you been feeling unusually cold? Have unexplained hair loss? Extreme fatigue and lacking energy? These signs and symptoms may indicate your thyroid isn’t functioning properly. The thyroid gland plays a critical role in your health by producing certain hormones. Problems can develop when this gland isn’t functioning correctly. Disease can develop in men and women and can occur from birth until advanced age. Risk factors for developing thyroid problems include genetics, gender (women), age, and having an autoimmune disease, Turner syndrome, celiac disease, Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, lupus, pernicious anemia, thyroid cancer, or thyroid radiation. [Read Full Article](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/thyroid-health-ct) **Post Topics** [Healthy Lifestyles](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/topic/healthy-lifestyles) 0 [Comments](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/thyroid-health-ct#comments-listing) ## [Living in the Moment](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/living-in-the-present) ![](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/PWP_2104_Living%20in%20the%20Moment/Kate%20Dawson.png) Posted by [Kate Dawson](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/author/kate-dawson) on Apr 5, 2021 12:31:45 AM [![](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/PWP_2104_Living%20in%20the%20Moment/Living%20in%20the%20Moment.png) ](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/living-in-the-present) How many of us have calendars with more “To Do's” and events than hours in the week? I know this is how my calendar appears more weeks than not. I feel myself trying to juggle my calendar, my spouse’s, and my kids. Add to that managing school assignments for children in this new blend of virtual and "in-person" schooling, socializing on the many web based platforms, and attending doctor appointments. I feel like I can’t catch my breath. Am I alone? [Read Full Article](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/living-in-the-present) **Post Topics** [Healthy Lifestyles](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/topic/healthy-lifestyles) 0 [Comments](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/living-in-the-present#comments-listing) ## [Power Couples](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/power-couples-of-the-nutrient-world) ![](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/PWP_2103_Power%20Couples%20of%20the%20Nutrient%20World/Kelly%20Dickson.jpg) Posted by [Kelly Dickson](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/author/kelly-dickson) on Feb 25, 2021 12:59:50 AM [![](https://www.careatc.com/hubfs/PWP_2103_Power%20Couples%20of%20the%20Nutrient%20World/Power%20Couples%20of%20the%20Nutrient%20World.png) ](https://www.careatc.com/improve-health/power-couples-of-the-nutrient-world) We have all heard the saying "two are better than one." It’s often used in reference to a team or some kind of support system, but have you ever thought about that phrase in reference to food? 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