Dr. Barbara B. Padilla, MDVIP

03/04/2026

You already know that exercise can help prevent and manage heart disease and type 2 diabetes. But you may not realize that it’s also good for brain health, particularly in warding off dementia.

Many people don't like working out. They see is as a chore, despite knowing that regular exercise helps manage weight, lower stress, strengthen bones, improve sleep, elevate mood and ease some conditions.Experts also credit exercise with some brain-health benefits such as improved memory, better cog...

02/09/2026

February is American Heart Month, a good time to discuss heart health issues. My patients are aware of the connection between their body composition, diet, sleep habits, fitness routine, smoking status, stress level and alcohol consumption and their heart health. What many of them don’t realize is the connection between heart disease and breast cancer. Here’s what you need to know.

It’s not news that heart disease and cancer are the leading causes of death worldwide. However, what is new is the connection found between heart disease and breast cancer, a leading form of cancer.

01/12/2026

Are you seeking a better primary care experience? If yes, my MDVIP-affiliated practice is perfect for you. I have fewer patients, allowing me more time to focus on prevention and wellness.

MDVIP affiliated primary care doctors are from all over the country and provide personalized and holistic healthcare & medical approaches.

09/03/2025

Now that it’s September, we’ll start seeing less and less sunlight, which can trigger depression in some people. Many people in my practice struggle with fall or winter blues. If you’re one of them, here are five tips that can help.

, , , , , , , , , , ;

When fall and winter days draw in and it gets increasingly darker earlier in the late afternoon, you may start to feel moody, even gloomy, sluggish, lacking in energy, slower to function and more tired. If you feel this way and have not been diagnosed with clinical depression, it’s likely you’re...

08/06/2025

Many of my patients are dealing with stress-induced insomnia. But they’re not alone. A recent report found that American adults are more stressed and sleeping less. Here are some tips and tricks that I’ve taught my patients that can help ease your stress and get better sleep. Do you struggle with insomnia? Do you have advice for others?

, , , , , ,
, , , , ;

If you’re struggling to get a good night’s sleep, chances are you’re stressed. Stress is another public health issue plaguing America. In fact, more than 25% of American adults reporting being so stressed that they can’t function, according to a poll conducted by the American Psychological A...

07/04/2025

Wishing everyone a Happy and Healthy 4th of July!

06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day!

06/12/2025

Studies show that patients in MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices like mine experience better health outcomes than patients in traditional practices.

Studies show patients in MDVIP-affiliated practices are hospitalized, use emergency rooms and urgent care centers less often than patients in traditional primary care practices.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day

04/07/2025

Many of my patients skip seeing their dentist. This isn’t a good idea for your dental health or your heart health, as periodontal disease raises your risk for heart attacks. Moreover, as your body fights the bacteria associated with the gum disease, it raises inflammation, increasing your risk for a long list of serious health conditions. Here’s what you need to know.

Learn the benefits of reaching out to your dentist and asking the right questions. Read about the link between your mouth and heart and how to avoid disease.

02/14/2025

I encourage my patients to exercise and manage their stress to control their blood pressure. But just thinking of your significant other also helps, according to a recent study. Happy Valentine’s Day. Here’s what you need to know.

Stress -- you can’t escape it. And it can wreak havoc on blood pressure. Exercise, meditation and hobbies are common, effective stress busters. So is having a social support system of friends and relatives. But if they’re not available, having your significant other present – even if it’s on...

01/15/2025

If you’re like most people, weight loss is probably on your list of New Year resolutions. But there are so many diets: intermittent fasting, Whole 30, Atkins, Mediterranean, ketogenic and more. Before you make any drastic diet changes, please talk to me. In the meantime, here are some of the most popular diets people try.

Your Complete Guide to Popular diets Alkaline Mediterranean Atkins The Ornish Diet DASH Paleo Gluten Free South Beach HCG Vegan Intermittent Fasting Zone Ketogenic ALKALINE What is it? The alkaline diet is also known as the acid-alkaline diet or alkaline ash diet. It is based around the idea that....