Cancer remains incredibly complex in its natural course and in its causation. Much of the medical community is dedicated, makes profound positive contributions to the treatment of cancer and leads the way in many exciting innovations.  

 So, in this modern society we have a growing number of products being marketed to help counter age-related cognitive decline, deficits in brain circulation and cognitive health in general. But, what is it that is setting us up for memory difficulties and other cognitive issues...

So, here is another one of those huge health issues that continue to plague modern society. Beyond a doubt, the addictive conditions remain an enduring, challenging area of ill health that deserves our ongoing attention, particularly primary and secondary prevention efforts.

In 2013, there were an estimated 43.8 million adults aged 18 or older in the U.S. with any sort of mental illness in the past year. This represented 18.5 percent of all U.S. adults. And mental disorders are common among children in the United States. Just over 20 percent (or 1 in 5) children, either currently or at some point during their life, have had a seriously debilitating mental disorder. 

Weight control is obviously one of those enduring health issues and poses challenges for the society, the medical system, and for numerous individuals and families. It is a bit of a paradox that at this time in history we have more scientific research about weight control, more diet books and plans, and more opinions about how to achieve and maintain weight control than ever before.

As we present this update about children’s health research we are reminded of the numerous and intricate connections between the prenatal environment and the child’s future health. We are seeing evidence of cardiac disease earlier in life, and the ongoing dilemma posed by....

We are presenting some select, recent research information concerning women’s health issues, hoping that this information may assist women in preventing disease and in managing the many health issues confronted by women in this complex society we live in.

So, as we look at men’s health issues I want to emphasize that responsible parenthood, intact families, and male role models that have integrity are vitally important. 

So, we have an increasing interest in healthy living in this country and a proliferation of fitness centers, health clubs, competitive athletic events and information about optimizing athletic performance. We have clear evidence that being physically active and exercising is a core ingredient in optimal health, along with optimal nutrition and being at an ideal weight.

In lifestyle Medicine we are taught to align ourselves with healthy food consumption in the form of a whole food plant-based. (WFPB) eating regimen. Specifically...

A brief description of cultural characteristics that can affect our health, and our quality of life.

These statin medications are wildly popular: some doctors even refer to Lipitor as vitamin L. Some recommend that statins be sold without a prescription and others jokingly recommend that statins be included in our water supply for drinking. However,

So, let’s take a look at a condition called brain fog, which poses a dilemma for many people. Is this a legitimate brain disorder? Is it a precursor to vascular dementia? Is it a precursor to early stage Alzheimer’s disease?

The severity of COVID-19 varies widely based on pre-existing conditions. Those with high blood pressure are at twice the odds of suffering a severe course, and those with cardiovascular disease have three times the odds. What’s more

So, here we are in gastrointestinal land with an aggravating condition that appears to be prompted, at least in part, by what we called the Standard American Diet

Healthy and effective shifts in our behavior are facilitated by some degree of willpower, a desire to change, and development of a set of skills that allow us to change in a sensible way. These skill sets include a whole range of lifestyle behaviors that are necessary in order to enhance our Health Span.

More than 150,000 Americans die each year from diabetes and it’s complications like blindness, kidney failure, nerve damage, and cardiovascular disease.