Many of my blogs report on the power of a healthy diet and lifestyle in mitigating disease risk. In a recent twist on this theme of diet and health, two current studies appeared in the media this month...
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Medical Mishaps Turned to Hopeful Stats
Recently, there's been a lot of news on the promise of a healthier nation. In fact, the good seems to outweigh the bad! In this blog, I report on some of...
Technology Pollution
Are you styling with your new Apple IPhone 6, wearable fitness trackers, and Apple Watch? Most people don't stop to wonder, "Could this technology be harming my health?" Below is a review of some of the latest articles...
A Healthy Microbiome Means a Healthy Life
My homepage blog this week reviews the connection between a healthy microbiota (gut bug) composition and health. In it, I explored the relationship between the critters that line our insides with: 1. Liver Health 2. Metabolism 3. Brain...
Angelina Jolie’s Decision for Ovarian Removal
Almost two years ago, I wrote about Angelina's decision to remove her breasts related to her genetic risk for breast cancer. Now, with Angelina's announcement to also remove her ovaries, media is exploding in headlines on the subject of...
Angelina Jolie’s Decision for Ovarian Removal
Almost two years ago, I wrote about Angelina's decision to remove her breasts related to her genetic risk for breast cancer. Now, with Angelina's announcement to also remove her ovaries, media is exploding in headlines on the subject of...
Examining the Cholesterol Myth: The Statin Statistic Game
You have to be under a rock (or calming your sympathetic nervous system through a media break) if you missed the blow-back from the 2015 Dietary Guideline suggestions advising to take cholesterol off the diet "hit list." Along with...
More News On Brain Health
This week on my homepage, I discussed the various factors involved in maintaining a healthy brain and active memory. Here, I want to provide some key updates this month on brain and memory in order to cement the importance...
Spring Cleaning for Your Face
What is the one part of the body that is exposed most all the time? That's right, our faces. The skin on the face takes the most wear and tear from the elements as well as from our emotions....
Walking Into Better Health, Is It For Everyone?
There's been a lot of news recently on the benefits of walking. Here's some updated and noteworthy abstracts I compiled on why you may want to consider walking your way into better health and the importance of considering the...