Lake Union Herald

Christina Wells

MD, Family Medicine; Health and Wellness director, Lake Region Conference

Articles by Christina Wells

  • Processing the Truth About Food

    Processing the Truth About Food

    Ultra-processed foods dominate the global food supply today but were non-existent prior to 1879 when the sweetener saccharin was invented. The need to feed soldiers during World War II also prompted the invention of new “ingredients” and food processing. The industrial revolution, along with urbanization, further impacted food production, consumption and distribution. Technological advancements led…

    Christina Wells
  • Understanding Weight Loss Drugs

    Understanding Weight Loss Drugs

    Over the past couple of years, the term GLP-1 has taken center stage with names such as Trulicity (generic liraglutide), Wegovy and Ozempic (generic, semaglutide).

    Christina Wells
  • Understanding the ‘Silent Killer’

    Understanding the ‘Silent Killer’

    Each year, the silent killer creeps in and claims the lives of nearly 50% of unsuspecting women.

    Christina Wells
  • Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children

    Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children

    Emotional intelligence (EI) is an individual’s ability to perceive emotions in themselves and others, understand what those emotions mean, and manage their emotions accordingly (Robbins & Judge, 2017).

    Christina Wells
  • Coping with Menopause

    Coping with Menopause

    I woke up drenched in sweat, like I had been swimming all night. What was this? I’m in my mid-40s and still with several years before menopause, or so I thought.  

    Christina Wells
  • Soy, friend or foe?

    Soy, friend or foe?

    Soy has gotten a bad reputation lately. With so much information circulating, what’s the real deal on soy, and is it a friend or foe?

    Christina Wells
  • Get the sleep you need

    Get the sleep you need

    When most people think about lifestyle modifications, many consider how they will change their diet or exercise more, both of which are very important. However, many are unaware of the impact of sleep on health.

    Christina Wells
  • Promoting a healthy lifestyle

    Promoting a healthy lifestyle

    In the United States, leading causes of disability and death are related to chronic diseases; however, being physically active, eating a healthy diet and abstaining from tobacco use have been linked to chronic disease prevention (heart.org).

    Christina Wells
  • Opening Doors to Love

    Opening Doors to Love

    Lake Union Conference Health director Christina Wells reflects on the impact of socioeconomic status and its effect on health outcomes.

    Christina Wells
  • Boost Your Immunity

    Boost Your Immunity

    There are 219 known viruses that can infect humans. Some of the more common viruses include the common cold, influenza and coronavirus. These microorganisms are able to cause major outbreaks of illness and death.

    Christina Wells
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