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Regular activities like walking, lifting, gardening, and house cleaning are forms of physical movement that can help prolong one’s life.

Many times, I see patients who are experiencing pain or discomfort or even emotional distress but refuse to take medications for fear of the side effects. Some patients are afraid of taking …

Many studies have shown that taking the time to be intentional about your health makes a huge difference and can result in longevity.

Pillars of Health: A Guide for 2026

Exercise is important. If you haven’t been exercising start slowly. Walking is a good exercise.

Holiday time means food and drink time, but how much is too much?

Many men are not as proactive about undergoing prostate cancer screening, and many theories exist on when to begin or stop the screening. These theories often tend to muddy the waters on when exactly to undergo prostate cancer screening.

What is a polypill?

The latest recommendations for achieving adequate blood pressure control emphasize convenience and compliance, leading to the increased use of a polypill, a single pill containing multiple medications.

An alternative to the shot may be in the future.

In cold weather, your pet may require additional blankets to stay warm during the winter.

We are simply not ready for the scale of this escalating crisis.

Make the decision now: Don’t wait until January! Make a resolution not to gain those extra holiday pounds. Skip the extra cookie or eggnog and start your New Year’s health resolutions today.

Getting seven to nine hours of sleep each night is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to  improve your health. 

Studies show that a person’s disengagement from fundamental skills and tasks, often resulting in an over-reliance on AI systems, can lead to a loss of basic skills without the individual recognizing this is happening.

Let’s talk about supplements

It is essential that your healthcare provider is aware of all medications you are taking, so that all possible attempts can be made to prevent interactions with your over-the-counter medications and prescribed medications.

Sleep deprivation often results in the deterioration of how one performs tasks.

September is suicide awareness month

If you or someone you know is contemplating self-harm, please call or text 988. The suicide and crisis hotline is available 24/7.

For allergy sufferers, autumn leaves can trigger sneezing and congestion.

As the senior population increases, more AI (Artificial Intelligence) will continue to be implemented to deliver more efficient and effective healthcare.

There are so many social media health trends out there. Internet influencers are now promoting the intake of large amounts of fiber in one’s diet. These influencers call it fibermaxxing, which …

Nutmeg and tea smells coincide with those human scents that evoke positive feelings.

Cannabis smoking and lung cancer

The use of recreational cannabis has steadily increased in the United States. It is estimated that more than 50 percent of U.S. adults have tried cannabis. In Europe, France holds the …

Is facial hair healthy?

A man’s beard has the temperature, moisture and nutrients that could promote an ideal situation for bacterial growth.

The circadian rhythm drives our lives

The inability to achieve a good night’s sleep disrupts one’s circadian rhythm and may adversely affect one’s health.

Ways to improve our longevity

Most people want longevity. They want their time on this earth to be long and fulfilling. They want to be able to enjoy their lives and not just exist or be sick. There are modifiable factors …

Spices are safe when used in small amounts. Using certain spices in excessive amounts may interact with medications and lead to harmful side effects.

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