Healthy Living
The Macronutrient Diet: How it Works and How to Get Started
For years, dieters were told there’s a simple equation for weight loss: Consume fewer calories than are burned through movement… Read More ›
Managing Holiday Stress (and Diet)
Without fail, right around the holidays, I hear from patients who feel that their stress levels are through the roof.… Read More ›
Three-Quarters of Americans Are Lonely
A new poll finds 75% of American adults feel a sense of loneliness—an increase from the 72% of people who… Read More ›
The Link Between Dairy and Prostate Cancer
A high consumption of dairy products, like milk and cheese, appears to be associated with an increased risk of prostate… Read More ›
Combating Cat Allergies: How to Tame Reactions to Furry Friends
A company in Switzerland recently published research citing positive outcomes for a new vaccine that would protect against cat allergies.… Read More ›
You’re Probably Hydrating Wrong
The popularity of large, portable water bottles may mean people are drinking more water, but volume can be misleading. When… Read More ›
Recognizing and Raising a Transgender Child
Transgender people make up a small percent of the population; estimates range from .6% to 3%. One reason this group… Read More ›
Risks for college students with diabetes
Going off to college, while stressful for any student, poses risks to those with diabetes, according to a study in… Read More ›
Don’t let eczema spoil summer fun
Summer means fun in the sun. But for many, it also means managing exposed skin affected by eczema, an itchy,… Read More ›
1 in 6 suffer from food poisoning each summer
Like sunburn and bug bites, food poisoning is a common warm-weather malady that can cause painful consequences, including vomiting, diarrhea or even death in rare cases. Understanding the risks can help prevent foodborne illness from showing up at your summer cookout.