General Health

General Health

Be Careful with that Holiday Celebrating

Many imbibe on alcohol treats over the holidays–combine that with the added stress and sweets that many consume and we have a recipe for disaster (pun intended). All will set us up for depressed immunity at a time when we already seem to be more vulnerable to colds and flus. […]

Aging, General Health

Teen Smoking Increases Risk of Osteoporosis

Most teens don’t realize that they are laying the foundation for their health for their lifetime. The teen years are critical–and sadly, many don’t know to take this seriously and, as teens, simply don’t care since in general they think they feel great. Remember those days of feeling bullet-proof?!! Now, […]

General Health, Heart Health

Lipitor Recall

If you are taking Lipitor to reduce your cholesterol, please be aware that there is a recall. The manufacturer of the generic version of Lipitor, Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals, has recalled many lots of this medication.  For a list of recalled products, click here. For the complete NBC news article, click here.  […]

Brain and Nervous System Health, General Health

Pollution Alters the Brain

Report from the AANP: AANP – Pollution Can Alter Brain Function In Seniors – (Tuesday, November 20, 2012) –New research has found that living in areas of high air pollution can lead to decreased cognitive ability in older adults. (In earlier studies, air pollution has been linked to increased cardiovascular and respiratory problems, […]