How very sad about the death of Carrie Fisher. She suffered a heart attack on Friday and had been hospitalized in Los Angeles.
Heart attacks can be more deadly among women than men. Here's what you should know about your heart risk:
It is the time of year to reflect and be grateful for all the good things in our lives. Enjoy your family and the time off.
Happy Holidays!
Big trouble here: This study shows that patients of women doctors live longer than patients of male doctors. My patients out there: you will have to wait until my daughter joins my practice....
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The best time to exercise to lose weight? I do have the correct answer about this. Light breakfast; very light lunch---can't exercise on a full stomach--- and then "go for the burn" before dinner (the exercise will make you less starving at dinner time...)
You lose weight by exercising because you end up EATING LESS!
Sorry but it isn't the calories being burned....
Chicken soup is the way to go for a common cold.
This is a REALLY good article about how to talk to someone who is being treated for cancer. Make yourself read it.... I am sure that we all struggle about what to say in this circumstance. You may or may not be surprised at the suggestions. I think that they are right on target.
What not to say....
My dear wife has become quite the snorer. Even the dogs are leaving the bedroom for peace and quiet. I am trying to get her to read the following article...
If you might have drunk a bit too much this holiday weekend, there may be a way to counter what alcohol does to your neurons.
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Happy Thanksgiving from all of us. I am extremely thankful for my dedicated office staff and just a tremendous group of wonderful patients. In fact, today I will give all of you license to eat however many carbohydrates you want....(just today, though).
I totally agree that exercise keeps depression at bay. It allows your body to release endorphins--- that "runner's" high that we have all experienced. Put on those athletic shoes and "go for the burn". It will help you deal with your in-laws this holiday season.
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