Published: Dec. 02, 2009 @ 4:07 p.m.
Dr. PAUL MACH, DN: Cancer is the number one health concern of most Americans. Since Richard Nixon declared war on cancer in 1971, billions have been spent to "cure" this disease. This very expensive war, raging 30 years has gained minimal to no real success. In 1996, about 1.3 million people were diagnosed with cancer, and about half of these people will die from either the disease or the treatment used to conventionally cure the disease. Cancer now kills more children between the ages of 3-14 than any other illness.
Published: Nov. 30, 2009 @ 3:03 p.m.
DR. ROMESH KHARDORI, MD., PhD., FACP: November is designated as the Diabetes Awareness month by the American Diabetes Association and similar organizations globally.
A lot of new developments have taken place in the preceding year that provide more insight into which treatments work and which don't. Furthermore we also have a better idea about how to treat patients with coronary artery disease based on three large prospective studies involving thousands of patients with type 2 diabetes.
Published: Nov. 30, 2009 @ 10:29 a.m.
Dareen D. Siri, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI: Those with egg allergies may be challenged this flu season when trying to obtain the usual influenza or the H1N1 vaccines. What is not commonly known is that most people with egg allergies can probably safely receive the vaccines. Both types of influenza vaccines are produced in amniotic fluid of hen's eggs and thus contain egg proteins in the final product.
Published: Nov. 26, 2009 @ 6 a.m.
MOLLY SUHADOLNIK:
Feeling a little guilty about the indulgence on Thanksgiving? Worried about the holiday food? Ease your guilt by learning a simple workout routine to get your metabolism up to speed and prevent the holiday weight gain.
Work up a sweat to work off the pounds with this easy to follow (and quick) workout... no equipment required!
You will need a stopwatch or keep a clock close by and time yourself. Beginner athletes will complete a 10-minute version, intermediate athletes a 15-minute version and advanced athletes a 20-minute version.
Thanksgiving Calorie Calculator
Published: Nov. 26, 2009 @ 6 a.m.
MICHELE SUTTON, MA, CHES: Each year as we enter the holiday season, overeating becomes a hot topic. While television programs and advertisements promote indulgence, diet gurus, medical professionals, and fitness trainers tout the benefits of the standard calories in versus calories out approach. This often leaves most people feeling that they must forego their favorite foods or exercise to extremes to mediate their effects. Pleasure be gone!
Published: Nov. 25, 2009 @ 6 a.m.
SARA LOPINSKI, MS, RD, LDN: Here are a few suggestions that can help to make your Thanksgiving meal healthier.
Appetizer suggestions:
Raw veggies + low fat or fat free dip made with a Lipton dry onion soup mix plus fat free plain yogurt or non-fat sour cream.
Holiday Foods Calorie Count
Published: Nov. 25, 2009 @ 6 a.m.
CHRISTINA M. ROLLINS, MS, RD, LDN: Thanksgiving is a holiday famous for over-indulgence. The typical holiday meal usually spans several hours and can easily exceed a day's worth of calories. By making a few simple substitutions, you can reduce calorie and fat intake while still enjoying traditional favorites.
Appetizers: Try pairing raw vegetables with salsa, or lighten up dip mixes with fat-free sour cream instead of cream cheese. Serve this with a fresh fruit assortment and light vanilla yogurt for dipping to hold off even the hungriest of guests.
Published: Nov. 24, 2009 @ 10:46 a.m.
Dr. BRYAN TAYLOR, DC: Have you ever noticed if you get a cut or catch a cold how the body has the capacity to heal?
It would be false to say that any doctor heals the body. If provided the right environment, in most cases, the body will repair and reestablish wellness; however there are many variables in this process.
Have you ever noticed that some people are rarely sick or their wounds heal rapidly?
Published: Nov. 24, 2009 @ 10:43 a.m.
Dr. MARTHA NESSLER: In a society that is constantly moving toward health and wellness, people are always asking me what they should do that will actually benefit them. I commonly explain that it is a combination of nutrition, exercise, balanced thought and emotions, and regular chiropractic care.
As we begin talking "wellness" the topic of detox often comes up and is it important? And the answer is yes!!
Published: Nov. 19, 2009 @ 11:55 a.m.
MICHELE SUTTON, MA, CHES: The hectic American lifestyle has made it more difficult to build meaningful relationships with others. We are often so consumed with our daily tasks that we fail to really take the time to fully engage with other people. Social interactions are often nothing more than polite, yet superficial, verbiage.
