Preventative Care. Dr. David Samadi will explore the new and often debated areas of preventative care. Prevent cancer, check your blood pressure, eat the right foods and other prevention tips. Get a medical doctor's take on herbal treatments, yoga, homeopathy, acupuncture, vitamins, supplements, massage therapy, spiritual treatment and other forms of alternative therapy for prevention.
The most important way you can protect yourself from skin cancer is to stay out of the sun. However, most people enjoy the sun too much to completely avoid it. Plus, sun exposure is essential for us to get vitamin D. Therefore, the next best thing you can do is to wear sunscreen. But we all have had a terrible sunburn. If you're burnt to a crisp and are looking for some natural home remedies to relieve the pain, here are some tips.
Read MoreFainting can be a rather alarming experience for both the person who faints and those around them who might bear witness. One minute you are just hanging out, the next think you know you are passed out on the floor. But what do we really know about what is happening here, and why?
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Read MoreThere are important lifestyle changes and habits you can instill early on in life to keep your brain healthy as well as reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Think of the brain as the control center in the body. Recent findings suggest that the majority of people realize they can reduce their risk of cognitive decline but aren't sure where to start. Here are 6 lifestyle changes you can implement now for your brain.
Read MoreBrain health is incredibly important. From the air we breathe to the foods we eat, every daily action affects our brain. We just wrote about foods to eat to keep your brain healthy. But we haven't explored drug abuse and its effect on the brain. Most of us are aware that abusing stimulants like cocaine or methamphetamine aren't partners in long-term brain health. To take it even further, however, is new research published in the journal, Radiology, that shows women's brain health is more effected than a man's.
Read MoreYou might think that bunions are just for your Aunt Rita, but the truth is they can happen to anyone. Sure, some of us are more prone to them whether it be by genetics, arthritis or a lifestyle of high heels and tight shoes. But anyone can develop them. A bunion is characterized by an enlarged joint and bump at the base of the big toe. This can be coupled with the big toe leaning in toward the second toe, joint pain in the foot, and numbness. As a bunion develops, the bump at the big toe joint can become red, inflamed and painful. This makes wearing shoes and even walking difficult for some.
Read MoreBelieve it or not, about 1 million people in the U.S. are stung by bees. Bee or wasp stings are a common problem, especially in the spring and summer and in warm climates. They're painful, as many of us can attest to, but not a serious issue for the majority of people. Generally, a bee or wasp sting will cause pain, itching, warmth and swelling. People with a severe allergic reaction may have trouble breathing or swallowing and even experience a rash, swelling in the face, lips, throat and tongue. More severe cases bring on weakness, a drop in blood pressure and unconsciousness.
Read MoreNew studies are revealing further evidence of the link between exercise and sleep hygiene. And these significant studies may finally show which exercises lead to deeper and better sleep throughout the night. Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine recently released findings that show survey results from almost 430,000 adults. They were asked to specifically outline the type of physical activity they spent doing the most in the past month and how many hours per 24-hour cycle they slept.
Read MoreEdgartown fire chief Peter Shemeth said a man was apparently digging a hole between six and eight feet deep in the beach at Norton Point when the sand collapsed in around him.
Read MoreAhh, I feel tired, the age-old statement we all make sometimes once a day. Feeling tired can of course be linked to a chronic disease or other issue, but we all just plain old feel tired from time to time. Here are 6 reasons you may not have known that contribute to feeling tired or trigger tiredness.
Read MoreYour mouth is a Petri dish for all kinds of bacteria, so it is essential that you clean properly for more reasons than just whiter teeth. Dentists recommend brushing and flossing day and night for healthy teeth and gums, but the benefits of this habit go beyond just healthy teeth. Good oral hygiene can help you avoid some major health issues, giving you another reason to listen to your dentist. Here are some ways that bad oral health can affect your health.
Read MoreWe rely on our muscles to complete everyday tasks, from walking, or picking things up, to running and jumping around during a fitness class. Sometimes twisting or pulling the wrong way or too hard can spell injury for these muscles. A muscle pull or strain is usually the result of a pull or tear, and as we age we put our bodies more at risk when we test our physical limits. Not stretching or warming up sufficiently is enough to get hurt.
Read MoreA women was hospitalized for days after her jeans caused her to lose feeling in her legs according to a study published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry. Researchers deems that the tightness could cause compression of blood vessels and nerves, immobilizing patient temporarily. The study also concluded that squatting in skinny jeans could damage nerves and muscles in legs.
Read MoreThe world was surprised and delighted to see the 36,000 people in India come out for the International Day of Yoga for the world's largest yoga session, which was last Sunday. People all over the world, from Paris to New York, gathered to practice this ancient physical and spiritual discipline and celebrate its health benefits. Let's explore the truth about yoga.
Read MoreWe all love these extra hours of sun, but it is important that we stay safe and properly protect our skin. Many of us believe that spraying on some sunscreen is enough, but this is part of a list of common mistakes we should avoid.
Read MoreBelieve it or not, our height can have an effect on our health. New research shows that being tall or short can increase or decrease our risk for certain diseases and even determine how long we will live.
Read MoreSummer is here and ticks are prevalent. If you're outside, in a wooded or grassy area, it's important to do a tick check after returning indoors. The sooner you catch these little buggers, the quicker you can prevent disease like lyme disease.
Read MoreA human trial is investigating cannabis as a brain cancer treatment set to begin this year at the Complutense University in Madrid. Clinical trials are mostly non-existent for medical marijuana.
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Paying attention to your gut health is one of the most important (and often overlooked) things you can do for your health. Currently, a lot of research has been done around the micro-biome and apparently a happy microbiome is the secret to good health.
Read MoreA new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Dermatology, showed that most people have difficulty picking the right sunscreen. Here are the best tips for summer when it comes to finding the best sunscreen.
Read MoreMany studies have showed its effects on the heart, but other research is showing a high consumption of these trans fats actually may have a significant impact on our memory.
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