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.
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. Not all research has confirmed or identified all of the bacterial strains teeming in our guts but 5 new books break down what you need to know to transform your body's second brain.
Read MoreWe all know the pain that comes from stubbing our toe or hitting the funny bone. Even though they say pain is relevant, we know that these small injuries can sometimes cause major agony. So why do these common, everyday injuries result in such extreme pain and how can we find relief faster?
Read MoreAnger can truly break the spirit of even the most positive person. Some people struggle with stress and some struggle with anger. Some even struggle with both, a lethal combination, I would say. When you have that boiling anger feeling, it's often caused by thoughts running through your mind like a ceaseless feed of inner torture. Many people find that anger is their go-to emotion. Our emotion radar develops when we're very young and it informs the way we perceive the world and how you learn from people around you.
Read MoreThere is so much information out there about how to live a healthy life and what habits really translate to that. It can be frustrating and sometimes advice can seem quite complicated. We have 5 simple ways you can improve your health starting today. Gone are the days of debating what matters for your health. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreAlmost 30 million Americans have a thyroid disorder, with 15 million being undiagnosed according to The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. Women are at a high risk for various types of thyroid disorders, almost 10 times more likely than men. Women are more affected by thyroid issues which can often be the reason for unexpected weight gain. Getting an accurate assessment of your thyroid hormone is important for solving menstruation, fertility and low libido issues.
Read MoreChildhood obesity, diabetes, rate of cancer is on the rise. Without taking care of diabetes, billions and dollars goes into it, and without fixing our diet lifestyle, behavioral changes, nothing will improve. Of all the new health buzzwords touted these days, inflammation wins the race by far. Naturopathic docs are giving recipes for home remedies to reduce it and oncologists are learning more and more just how closely inflammation is to the development of cancer.
Read MoreYou know the feeling. You feel overtired, burnt out and you may even be a little irritable. It might be time for a vacation. Summer is traditionally the time people travel for vacation because of the weather but sometimes just a "staycation" will do. A 2011 survey of over 1500 people by the American Psychological Association found that 1/3 of respondents feel tense or stressed our during their workday. Many people choose not to take vacation day for fear of their peers and their opinion of them as a hard worker. The truth is we all need a break. Stress affects our body systemically.
Read MoreHerbs are increasingly becoming more and more respected in the medical community. Herbal medicine is a practice in which herbs or plant-based remedies are created to heal ailments and other minor illnesses. Did you know you can actually grow your own herb garden and leave it right on your kitchen counter? All you need are plants that bought at your local garden center or organic herbs from a seed catalog. Find a sunny windowsill and enjoy the lovely aroma as you steep your healing teas.
Read MoreRecently a study from the University of Montreal and Hôpital Rivière-des-Prairies, published in International Journal of Psychophysiology, showed that sleep quality influences cognitive performance of autistic kids. Perhaps there is a connection between these findings and recent results that showed disrupted sleep may be one of the missing pieces of the Alzheimer's Disease risk factor puzzle.
Read MoreWe've talked about women being most at risk for heart disease and heart attacks but now a new study shows that African Americans are also at high risk for having a heart attack. A heart attack can be considered a circulation problem and occurs when the blood supply to the heart is either reduced or completely cut off. This can occur because of a blood clot or a narrowing of the arteries. When the heart muscle doesn’t receive blood, the lack of oxygen causes damage and it begins to die.
Read MoreYou’ve heard the adage before: “manage your stress or your stress will manage you.” As it turns out, this is no wives tale; there is more truth behind this saying than you might realize. Perhaps the most shocking fact about stress is that it affects your body systemically, not just in one area. This stress can originate from anywhere and, at a basic level, is your body’s reaction to situations that can be perceived as potentially dangerous. As the New Year approaches, taking control of the stressors in our lives becomes ever more important to keep to our resolutions dedicated to being healthier and happier.
Read MorePrescription drugs like Lipitor, Crestor, and Zocor have become very familiar names in American homes. Statins are among the most commonly prescribed medications for lowering cholesterol, especially in the US. It is estimated that they are responsible for saving thousands of people each year, affected by heart disease. These drugs work by blocking a substance your liver needs to make cholesterol, the waxy substance that’s found in fat in your blood. This causes your liver to remove cholesterol from your blood.
Read MoreHerbs, those fragrant culinary delicacies, offer so much more than just flavoring and garnishing our food. Whether you buy them at the grocery store, a farmer’s market or grow your own, these tender plants harbor a wealth of health benefits just waiting for you to discover. Since ancient times, herbs have been used for medicinal purposes concentrated in teas and tinctures. More recently, herbs health properties have been realized due to the various nutrients and polyphenols they provide.
Read MoreThe 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?
What is fainting?
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.
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