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, […]
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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.
Osteoporosis in Men
While we hear a lot about osteoporosis in women, little is circulated about this condition in men. Certainly, osteoporosis seems less prevalent in men, but about 20% of men over 65 develop this condition. A study recently compared different levels of exercise with bone health. The drum beat continues: exercise […]
Health Benefits of Fish
A review of prior studies has revealed another favorable impact of eating fish. Including even a small amount of fish in the diet seems to the reduce risk of colon and rectal cancers. Yet another reason to eat fish!! Read more here.
Probiotics to Support Antibiotic Treatments
Evidence is showing that the use of probiotic-rich foods may prevent antibiotic-associated diarrhea. In addition, previous research suggests that after one round of antibiotics, it can take up to 2 years to repopulate the GI tract and that flora imbalances often persist. As a result, I typically prescribe probiotic […]
