Everyday Health Hacker by Dr. Liza Leal

Biphosphonates for Osteoporosis are dangerous. The most serious side effect can be to loose all your teeth from osteonecrosis it can cause the bone to die. Originally biphosphonates like Boniva, Reclast, Fosamax just to name a few work to keep the "old" bone around. This can have an appearance of more bone on a bone density test, however, it is deceiving. Listen today to learn options to protect y...

Ozempic, Semeglutide, Wegovy, Monjouro, what are doctor's are sharing today about what qualifies a patient for insurance coverage treatment. Weight loss with an injection is all the craze, but does it works. Today, we will discuss what makes a patient a good candidate for treatment and why a brand medication is available compounded because their is a short supply of the brand medication. Patients...

In your last appointment with your doctor did you have peace of mind when you left the office? Did you feel you where heard? Are you making an appointment for the next visit? Were you referred to a specialist? Did you feel right at home with the specialist? How do doctors communicate these days? I prefer an old fashioned phone call or text message to schedule a time to discuss. I'm so appreciative...

You are more than a 3 minute appointment. You should not feel rushed and your preparation to see the doctor will enhance your ability to know you are in the right care. Many patients will share that their last doctor had very little time and they were rushed the entire time or the doctor would say we could do that exam next year. Really, a physical, or Well Women Exam to wait a year. Peace of mind...

Did you know that having a physical can help you and your family avoid injury, health consequences and even save your life? Listen today with Dr. Liza Leal, your everyday health hacker and Mike Herzing. Learn what you can do now. Your Everyday Health Hacker is Liza Leal, M.D. and her patient, co-host Mike Herzing of "Let's Talk Wheels" a nationally syndicated program. Together we discuss topics fr...

 We will review Level 1 to Level 5. a simple answer is if you have a life threatening injury, require surgery, stroke or heart attack you need a Level 1 Emergency Room/Department those are always connected to a hospital for immediate hospitalization. Let's listen and review the options together. Your Everyday Health Hacker is Liza Leal, M.D. and her patient, co-host Mike Herzing of "Let's Talk Whe...

The symptoms can be a colicky (comes and goes) pain, or double over in pain with fever and a temperature sometimes: Appendicitis can have many presentations and why you should be evaluated immediately. Your Everyday Health Hacker is Liza Leal, M.D. and her patient, co-host Mike Herzing of "Let's Talk Wheels" a nationally syndicated program. Together we discuss topics from emails from around the wo...

Clinching and Grinding of your teeth can be a symptom of many conditions, most commonly anxiety. We will review today, how tinnitus and other symptoms can be cared for with your doctor and dentist. Your Everyday Health Hacker is Liza Leal, M.D. and her patient, co-host Mike Herzing of "Let's Talk Wheels" a nationally syndicated program. Together we discuss topics from emails from around the world...

RA or Rheumatoid Arthritis can be a daunting diagnosis, I've lived with it since I was 23 and now in my mid 50's along with my patients we will discuss techniques to overcome. Don't let the medical professionals dismiss your aches and pains, let's learn together to find the solution Your Everyday Health Hacker is Liza Leal, M.D. and her patient co-host Mike Herzing of "Let's Talk Wheels" a nationa...

Mobility is Life, so many patients share I hurt all over I must be getting old. No, it's inflammation and we need to halt the inflammation to better protect the one body we have. As a medical dental practice, we see new patients who were referred to us for teeth that are moving on them. While there can be multiple causes: infection, medication, poor hygiene, poor lifestyle and more we must educate...

Your Everyday Health Hacker is Liza Leal, M.D. and her patient co-host Mike Herzing of "Let's Talk Wheels" a nationally syndicated program. Together we discuss topics from emails from around the world to help educate, inspire and be the resource for the latest medical dental topics. Write to us via email at info@everydayhealthhacker or call us at  281-265-6565 Meridian Medical Dental Healthcare (D...

So many of you have reached out to us regarding Ozempic and we will discuss today additional information including laboratories we recommend to have drawn,  HgA1c, a comprehensive metabolic panel which tells us about your blood sugar and the function of your liver and kidneys. We will also discuss the importance of eating protein meals to help decrease the side effects of nausea and the importance...

So many have heard about getting  a shot for weight loss, today we will discuss how you qualify for this type of medication and what laboratories should be drawn to be covered by insurance if you qualify. We will also discuss what is semeglutide compounded and is it safe. We hope today's episode provides food for thought on weight loss and the prescription medications that are used on and off labe...

We hope today's episode provides food for thought on weight loss and the prescription medications that are used on and off label, names Ozempic, Wegovy,and  Monjouro. If you should have any questions please do not hesitate to call us at 281-265-6565 or email us at info@everydayhealthhacker.com.  Please comment, like and subscribe on your favorite platform. For additional information please visit h...

Drinking water is not the best way to stay hydrated, did you know you can flush out your needed electrolytes? Let's learn about hydration, electrolytes and if you are drinking enough or too much water.

Have you had a cancer screening at your last physical? Do you know how often you should have a cancer screening? Let's talk about breast, prostate and colon screening to just name a few and what does an abnormal test mean.

Every New Year, Many set out with new resolutions, let's consider a journey of health this year. Let's keep those resolutions and goals past February, when 70% loose their momentum. A great way to start your year, is with a physical, blood laboratories, saliva testing for hormones, EKG, Ultrasound of the heart and carotid dopplers.  Consider starting a lifestyle check today! Ask your physician… We...

Three steps to a NEW YOU! 1. Identify with intentionality what you want to accomplish 2. Make a PLAN 3. Take Action We will discuss today how to work with what you have. My favorite and Houston's local well known nutritionist @keithkline, first shared with me Make a Better Bad Choice, let's face it back then at 205 lbs... I ate alot of cake. By restating, Let's make a better choice, it was easier...

When you have to take prednisone, many will complain of having the munchies and are gaining weight. Let's learn today how to combat those hormonal changes and help explain why a burst of energy occurs when taking prednisone. With Children, you may see them more active than they had been all month...yes, these are normal effects. While Prednisone's side effects can be serious, used in the right amo...

If your baby or child looses their appetite, runs a fever there are several concerns. For babies, look for nasal flaring and if the lung muscles look retracted (like their working hard) these symptoms are serious and your child may need to be sent to an ER. Many children have RSV and suffer from mild symptoms, however it can turn serious quickly. If this should happen to you, be sure you ask for a...

During the pandemic public became wary of shortages of many things, including toilet paper. Today, the concern for medication is a real concern. What should you do if you receive a call from your doctor's office or pharmacy that your needed medication is no longer available? We will cover a few immediate options that you can take. 1. Consider different dosages, for example if you normally receive...

Holiday stress can cause you to clench and grind your smile causing jaw pain and headaches, this can be easily relieved by equilibrating your teeth so that all the teeth are balanced. As we all know balance is key, without balance we may consume more sugar and carbs to feel better for just the moment. With a good nights sleep we feel better, smile more and share joy. However if you are waking up w...

Many patients over 50 and under desire to maintain, preserve,  uplift  and produce collagen for natural results that turn back the hands of time. Let's discuss more than just fillers and neurotoxins, Ultherapy is a technology that helps rebuild the infrastructure of our facial features and body. Immediately, most will recognize a tightness and over 90 days collagen will fill in. Most patients will...

How to choose nutritional supplements for your personal needs? Supplements is a must in today's fast moving world to help keep our energy and support our brain, joints and body as a whole. It's amazing how a nutritional supplement can be devasting for example, low vit D, can cause joint aches and fatigue. Low glutathione, can cause a depletion of your energy levels. B 12 and B6 deficiencies cause...

If your mom, dad or elderly loved one is having memory issues, wether dementia, Alzheimer's small vessel disease that causes short term memory loss, when should you decide on memory care and is assisted living an option. Many with memory disorders can move to an assisted living facility, they have monitors on the floor so that if the patient tries to walk the front desk is alerted for immediate as...