I always see technology as a blessing and a curse. For example, ever since cell phones were invented, those of us in the scientific community have been trying to pinpoint any health risks they [...]
Category: Reality Health Check
Dynamic duo crushes menopausal weight gain
Losing weight during menopause is hard. I’m talking about peri- and post-menopause, too. (Thankfully I’ll never know what it’s like. But I’ve treated enough women throughout my career that I’m at [...]
What’s behind the astronomical rise in autism diagnoses?
For most of my life, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) seemed uncommon. When I was a child, I didn’t know anyone on the spectrum. But that changed when I went into private practice… At first, ASD [...]
Solving the dementia puzzle?
There has been plenty of research in recent years showing that playing certain games or doing puzzles may keep you mentally sharp as you age. And I love to hear it. In fact, I often encourage you [...]
Are you living in a toxic home?
If Tuesday’s discussion on the Teflon flu taught you anything… I hope it’s that your very own home impacts your health. Indeed, everything from the groceries you buy to the cookware you use plays [...]
(URGENT) Will you fall victim to the “Teflon flu”?
Do me a favor: Go to your kitchen and check your cookware. Does it have a non-stick coating? If so, listen up… Because you could be the next victim of “Teflon flu.” An insidious dinner guest [...]
“Experimental sweets” are dangerous
Did you know that the very first sugar substitute was developed in 1879—rather accidentally? Researchers were experimenting with toluene—a flammable liquid that’s used in things from paint and [...]
Chronic stress invites in disease? (YIKES!)
Americans report feeling more stressed today than after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. That’s likely because stressors now invade nearly every corner of our lives… Finances, relationships, [...]
Stress: A fast track to Alzheimer’s disease?
How many of you “just live with” stress? Perhaps you don’t think much of it. Or maybe you’re even proud of it. Indeed, some people wear living with stress as a badge of honor. Somewhere along the [...]
An “off-label” approach to battling breast cancer
For centuries, physicians have been using everything from drugs and potions to snake oil and more to treat illness. Even today, doctors often use drugs for “unintended” conditions. (Who knows, [...]