Television shows like The Dr. Oz Show and The Doctors have grown in popularity as viewers are interested in learning more about health and wellness, but a new study suggests you shouldn’t blindly follow their recommendations. In order to determine credibility of the medical advice being touted on these shows, researchers screened 80 randomly selected episodes […]
iPads, Tablets and Smartphones May Be Disruptive to Sleep
A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that the glow of a tablet or smartphone may be disruptive to your sleep pattern, which can impact your long term health. For their study, researchers studied 12 adults over the course of two weeks. Half of the group was asked […]
Overweight Kids Should Opt For Non-Weight Bearing Exercises
Exercise is essential for all children, but it’s especially important for kids who are overweight. That said, new research suggests overweight children should opt for non-weight bearing exercises in order to avoid certain foot problems caused by overstress. Researchers suggest overweight children are at a heightened risk for foot pain and discomfort because they typically have fatter and […]
Knee Surgery Could Increase Arthritis Risk
A new study claims that undergoing surgery to repair a meniscal tear in the knee could increase a person’s risk of developing arthritis. The findings, presented at the Radiological Society of North America’s annual meeting, say that meniscus surgery could contribute to cartilage loss and an elevated risk of developing osteoarthritis in the knee. For […]
5 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Holidays
The holidays are often a time to celebrate the season with friends and family, but it’s also a time when it’s easy to fall into poor health habits. Below, I share five ways to stay healthy as 2014 comes to a close. 1. Eat Right – From turkey and pumpkin pie to candy canes and gingerbread […]
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