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Don't ignore your colon screening!

Posted by Charles Waisbren on June 16, 2024 at 7:59 AM

Colon cancer: a scary proposition. Unfortunately the incidence of colon cancer is increasing in younger age groups. Previously the recommendations for an initial screening colonoscopy was at age 50. The recommendation now is at age 45. There is also discussion that this might change to the age of 40. Heed these recommendations! If you are totally adverse to a colonoscopy, the Cologuard test is a more than reasonable option.

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Running: Absolutely great for your health

Posted by Charles Waisbren on June 07, 2024 at 11:26 AM

Running....No equipment needed; Not very time intensive; Great for both your mood, heart, lungs and skeletal system. Time to get out those old running shoes. Map a mile course and try to improve your time in the days to come..

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Oh, those processed foods....

Posted by Charles Waisbren on May 31, 2024 at 12:24 PM

What we are eating does seem to be influencing the early development of cancers. Not only breast cancer but colon cancer as well. It is those processed foods......

 

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Less carbohydrates; more protein and fat...

Posted by Charles Waisbren on May 25, 2024 at 7:14 AM

I am an anti-carb advocate. Carbohydrates, although delicious, don't satiate the appetite as well as protein or fats. For weight control, I recommend less carbohydrates and more protein, vegetables and some fat. You don't need to follow a full fledged ketogenic diet to lose weight or maintain a reasonable BMI.

 

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Fix those nagging muscles

Posted by Charles Waisbren on May 17, 2024 at 1:09 PM

Not just for seniors: a nagging injury can bother people of all ages. Physical therapy teaches you the methods to recover and prevent other injuries.

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Julie Waisbren honored by Milwaukee Magazine

Posted by Charles Waisbren on May 03, 2024 at 1:16 PM

I am pleased to announce that my daughter has been honored by Milwaukee Magazine as a Top Doctor for 2024 and has been recognized as an expert in the field of Internal Medicine.
I would expect nothing else....
I chose my partners wisely.

Too much vitamin intake...

Posted by Charles Waisbren on April 26, 2024 at 7:19 AM

I am more concerned about "over" nourishment more so than "under" nourishment. A healthy diet should make it unnecessary to take any vitamins at all. The only exception is perhaps some calcium, vitamin D and fish oil.....

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Spring time allergies

Posted by Charles Waisbren on April 20, 2024 at 7:16 AM

Spring time allergies don't have to get you down.  There are a variety of methods to combat those itchy eyes and runny nose.

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Less stress; Better Health

Posted by Charles Waisbren on April 13, 2024 at 7:03 AM

Indeed stress is bad for your health.  I particularly believe that exercise is paramount in reducing stress.   There are other methods to help reduce stress as well.

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