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DHD: Not just for kids
Contrary to general belief, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) does not always go away as people leave childhood behind. While the condition may look different in children, many adults with ADHD suffer…
Dental care- your way
Every once in a while, there is a breaking news story that comes out regarding the inconsistency between dental practitioners. The most popular one I know of involved a journalist who received comprehensive exams a…
ASEA delivers huge athletic advantage
When everything else is equal, endurance and recovery are everything. Defamed athlete Lance Armstrong once said, "The difference between 1st and 50th place is a mere one percent increase in ventilatory threshold." …
Don't hesitate - participate!
A warm sweater, dry socks, pair of cross-country skis, poles and boots is all that you will need! At a minimal cost, cross-country skiing can be done anywhere, from backyards to carved trails and open fields to wor…
How immobilization affects your body
The negative effects of immobilization (lack of proper motion) begin as soon as four hours after an injury! These negative effects are not just a problem for the muscles and joints, but they also affect your heart,…
Sacrificing our health
At certain times of the year, our mental and emotional stability stand out more glaringly than other times. We are now entering one of those times. As the stress of the holidays bears down on us - fervent shopping,…
Degenerative disc disease
Degenerative disc disease is not actually a disease. It's a term that describes the natural changes the spinal discs undergo as we age. As a disc degenerates, it may put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, whic…
Identical twins share breast cancer, rare surgery
Creamy truffles without cream? Turn to chestnuts!
Who doesn't love chocolate truffles? They are the essence of chocolate, and a sure-fire mood enhancer. Pop even one into your mouth and see if you don't get ha…
Traditions
The holidays are surrounded by many traditions, both spoken and unspoken. Families often have many traditions at this time of year, too. Some of them we like and others we would like to change.
Have you started taking your RMDs?
Throughout your career, you have been working hard to save in one or more retirement accounts. Then once you retire, you'll have some new decisions to make. But one choice has already been made for you: the age at …
What's the buzz about apitherapy?
This week, I have "8 Apitherapy Questions" for Frank Wiedemann. Frank has been a bee enthusiast for more than 30 years. He has given classes on beekeeping and apitherapy, and is an engaging public speaker with a pa…
More study urged onconcussions in young athletes
WASHINGTON - No one knows how often the youngest athletes suffer concussions. It's not clear if better headgear is the answer, and it's not just a risk in foot…
Hypothyroidism: The grey area
"Doc, I'm frustrated. I'm tired all the time, I can't lose this weight, I'm cold, my skin is dry. I have all the symptoms that support what I read about hypothyroidism, yet they [their doctors] keep telling me my t…
Pair shrimp, sausage for easy holiday party food
With the holidays getting into full swing, life for most of us is getting hectic. Between all the big meals, the parties, the kids needing treats for their cla…