While many diseases have been linked to sleep apnea, there is now evidence that severe sleep apnea may now also be associated with cancer risk. Researchers seem to be relating this increased risk to lower oxygen. This means that CPAP’s may offset the risk. Signs and symptoms of sleep apnea […]
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Diabetes in Teens
Evidence is showing a rise in diabetes in our teen population. Our sedentary lifestyles and processed food consumption are contributory factors. Please include more vegetables, fresh fruit, and naturally raised meats in their diets. Eliminate packaged and fast foods, sodas, and sugar. Even limit grains. And get your teens off […]
Healthy Food Can Be Affordable
I love this article that explains the fallacy that junk food is cheaper than healthy fruits and vegetables. The myth was born when comparing cost per calorie not cost per serving. There is also a perception issue regarding what we are will to spend on a bag of chips vs. […]
HDL May Not Be as Beneficial as Hoped
Research is showing that elevated levels of HDL may not carry the beneficial effect of reducing cardiovascular events that many believe. For patients with cardiovascular risks (including high blood pressure, elevated lipids, even family history, etc.), I am now running an advanced evaluation for lipid levels and particle sizes. Often, […]
Hydrotherapy Hay?
This article reviews an interesting approach to pain relief and supports the use of hydrotherapy. (Note, though, that osteoarthritis is not considered rheumatic. )
Birth Control and Hormone Replacement Considerations
This article summarizes great information regarding oral birth control (OBC) and hormone replacement therapy (HT). Please read this if you are considering using either hormone approach so that you may understand both the benefits and the risks of these treatments. Also know that there are many natural options available.
Exercise to Reduce Blood Pressure
If you have a family history of hypertension or are already experiencing it yourself, be sure you are including exercise in your daily health care. This article includes even more research on the relationship between physical fitness and your blood pressure.
Essential Fatty Acid Results
This article may get a little more technical than you’d like, but it is exciting proof of the benefits of including essential fatty acids–specifically omega-3 fatty acids–in your diet. Include your cod liver oil and wild caught salmon in your diet! Read article here.
Reduce Allergies–Start with Nature
Recent findings are that those raised in rural environments are less likely to develop environmental allergies. This may be due to colonization of healthy and diverse microorganisms in our bodies preventing future allergic reactions. Let’s help our children reduce their risks: go hiking and camping frequently–or move to the country […]
Top-Rated Sunscreens
The Environmental Working Group has just posted ratings for 2012 sunscreen options and their relative safety. Click for there report here.
