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You’ve heard you should avoid too much salt in your diet because it could lead to blood pressure problems. The tasty condiment can be a double-edged sword, delivering great taste with real danger. And now there’s one more reason to watch your salt intake closer than ever before…

Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability in the U.S., predominately striking older adults and reducing mobility in half of those survivors. Despite these bleak statistics, researchers have found a way to improve recovery that could improve life after a stroke…

Antibiotic alternatives have been around for millennia before penicillin was discovered. These 9 antibiotic alternative foods and herbs haven’t lost their ability to fight bacteria, parasites, viruses, and fungi.

One of the trickiest parts about the COVID-19 crisis is diagnosis. There are a lot of barriers — the shortage of tests, the severity and variety of symptoms, the overwhelm of the medical community and the fact that one in five people with COVID-19 has another virus that may steal the diagnosis…

The truth is, laughing is healthy. A good laugh offers a healthy distraction from anger, guilt, stress and other negative emotions, something we all could use right about now. But you may be shocked at what it can do for the backbone of your immune system…

Plenty of studies show that “mind exercises” can improve memory, reasoning and processing speed to some degree or another. But one of the more recent studies shows we shouldn’t put too much stock in mental exercise, especially if we want to live longer…

More than 15 million people in the U.S. take proton pump inhibitors to control digestives symptoms of heartburn, acid reflux or GERD. But these medications can bypass the blood-brain barrier, and that’s a problem…

Ranitidine-based medications were found to contain an impurity considered a probable human carcinogen. The FDA thought the amount and impact was small, but things have changed: If they’re in your medicine cabinet, you should know the danger has increased significantly…

They’re all around us… in yard and garden insecticides, in flea and tick treatments you put on your pets and even in bug spray you use on yourself. They’re in lice shampoo. Unfortunately, these common chemicals aren’t just killing mosquitos… they’re increasing disease and death rates among humans…

Research tells us that being overweight increases a person’s risk of at least 13 types of cancer. Now add #14, a fast-killing cancer that only men can get. If you’re a man in your 50s carrying extra pounds around your waist, the likelihood that you’ll die of this cancer is even greater…

The benefits of intermittent fasting seem almost too good to be true… It can rid belly fat, slow aging and reduce the risk of serious diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. But how can skipping meals have so many benefits? It comes down to one organ…

The immune system is complex and comprised of many components. And it can be supported to function at its best — and at every level. Several vitamins and nutrients are vital for that but are typically under-consumed by most Americans. Learn more in Dr. Klodas’ video chat…

It’s April, and spring is in the air, but in New England it can still feel like winter. That’s just one reason that comfort food has been on my mind…The other is that the world is a little haywire right now. Agreed? Join me in a bowl of the perfect comfort food…

The most common method of disinfecting drinking water in the U.S. involves chlorine. There’s no doubt that doing so has been beneficial against disease. But killing bacteria isn’t all chlorinating our water is doing… It’s also producing previously unidentified toxic byproducts.

We all get little aches and pains. Like when we sleep wrong and wake up with a stiff neck. Or push a little too hard on the treadmill. However, it’s important to know that some types of pain can be indicators of far more serious issues and shouldn’t be ignored.

After reading some recent research into just how “doing art” affects the brain and the emotions, whether you consider yourself “good at art” or not, you may want to grab the kid’s coloring books and crayons or just start doodling away…

Alcohol-related deaths in the U. S. have risen sharply. However, women are far outstripping the men in this morbid race. While deaths in men went up by 35 percent over time, researchers want to know what’s fueling the shocking increase for women and how to stop it…

As the COVID-19 pandemic runs its course, we’re being advised to stay at home as much as we can. But this shouldn’t mean that we let our physical fitness fall by the wayside. In fact, now more than ever, it’s important to find some simple, do-able ways to keep moving.

There are obvious problems with prescribing opioids for tooth pain. The biggest being the potential for addiction and side effects. But beyond these problems with opioids in dentistry, there’s a very surprising one that proves it’s not worth any of these risks…

Surgery is never something to go into lightly. It’s a major event that puts your body under a lot of stress. So it’s important to weigh the risks and benefits carefully, especially if you’re over 65 and have one of these three health conditions which makes it far more dangerous…

My uncle played football all through school. His dream was to go pro so he put all he had into every game. Looking back, he wishes he had never even played. Yet every day, his body painfully reminds him he did. Now men like him face another problem from their glory days…

We’ve all been told a million times that managing stress is an important part of taking care of your health. But how seriously do you really take this advice? I’m here to tell you that ignoring stress is a big mistake — one that sets off a sequence of events that sends your health down the tubes.

About 50 percent of the Amerian population fits into a surprising category that could increase their severity of not only flu infection, but also coronavirus. Just like heart disease, diabetes and lung diseases, if you are in this group, take extra precautions…

Diet and exercise can reverse obesity for many. But thousands of people turn to gastric bypass surgery, a more drastic method for losing weight quickly. Unfortunately, the sudden weight loss that comes after such surgery comes with risks of its own…

Antibiotic resistance has doubled over the past 20 years. So scientists are searching far and wide for compounds that can fill the big shoes of current antibiotics we’ve used for decades. And they’ve discovered an unusual contender…

What’s good for the heart is also good for the brain. In fact, research over the past decade has confirmed the intimate connection between our brains and our hearts, and how caring for one means caring for the other… A two for one, so to speak…

Sometimes healthcare is a Catch 22. Meds and treatments can help us live longer, better, and healthier unless we make this mistake researchers found can actually accelerate your health problems in spite of your doctor’s best efforts…

Curcumin is a powerful anti-inflammatory compound proven to act against a variety of cancers and possibly reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. For big benefits, it’s important to improve the amount your body can absorb. Here are a few ways to do that…

Dizziness, or vertigo, can have lots of causes. But while the initial episode of dizziness may be physically based, when it continues, a person can get trapped in a vicious cycle, a self-destructive feedback loop that must be broken…

Did you know that while heart disease still reigns number one, the second most common cause of death worldwide is actually stroke, beating out all forms of cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and even lower respiratory infections? Time to lower your risk…

My first memory was waking up, and slowly realizing my family surrounded my bed. I didn’t understand why they were asking if I was ok. And I didn’t remember the evening before. I threw the pill bottle out that very day and never had it refilled. The last thing I needed was a prescription for amnesia.

One in five people who die of lung cancer never smoked a day in their lives. That’s why smokers and non-smokers alike need to take steps to prevent this deadly scourge, just like you would to avoid breast cancer or prostate cancer.

As men’s bodies begin to change with age, beginning during the second and third decades of life, it’s time to pay special attention to different nutritional needs that can help meet those changes head-on.

You know that sitting can be hard on your hips. Strength training and stretching are often recommended but they’re not always convenient or easy to start. But you can do this practically anywhere…

At least 7 hours. That seems to be the perfect dose your body needs each and every night to fend off seasonal cold and flu viruses. That’s because sleep is the ultimate immune-booster…

Your heart beats about 100,000 times a day. To keep that action from stressing stiff arteries, you should drink the juice that enhances arterial health.

If anything can truly add years to your life, it’s exercise. Research backs that up. But if you’re not into hitting the gym every morning or doing high intensity interval training a few times a day, can you still benefit? You might be surprised…

When you first notice your memory starting to slip, it’s alarming. Why can’t you remember the name of the person you just met? Or the movie you just saw? And, most importantly, does it mean you’re on the path to Alzheimer’s?

Age-related bone loss. It happens to everyone to some degree or another. But how badly it happens to you can mean the difference between living a stress-free, active life and living in constant fear of falls and bone fractures that can steal your independence.

By now you know, cholesterol was never really the health boogeyman the medical community made it out to be in the 80s and 90s. And, even worse, depriving your body of cholesterol might have prevented one of your vital organs from getting the fuel it needs to thrive…

Daily we’re faced with an increasing burden of unnatural substances that invade our bodies, from pesticides, herbicides and fungicides to air and water pollution, mercury, arsenic and other toxic heavy metals and microscopic plastic particles. Time to fight back…

Glyphosate is the world’s most common herbicide. Recently, it was classified as a probable carcinogen, in addition to being linked to other serious health conditions. And it accumulates in your body…

When prepared, your own body can fight off viral infections better than any antibiotic can. To fight viral respiratory infections such as bronchitis, you will need a well-hydrated body and optimal nutrition, but that’s just the start…

How can you guard against advice that may not be personalized to you? Know yourself. As a woman flipping 50 you are unique and your approach to fitness is unique. Look for advice made especially for you…

Triple-negative breast cancer is highly aggressive. And it’s especially known for its ability to spread to other areas of the body and come back after a period of remission. An all-natural compound in foods may help prevent it…

If you could only stick to one health tip what would it be? That’s a question I get a lot because many people find eating healthfully overwhelming. There’s conflicting information about eating carbs, protein and even fats. On top of that, there’s always some new great diet. But my advice is simple: stick to the fundamentals…

Balance is a necessity of life. It is required in almost everything we do. Unfortunately, for many people, balance gets difficult to maintain as they age. So take a seat and let’s get started working on your balance…

It’s amazing what a huge impact a little bug bite can have on your health and your life, especially if it’s a tick bite. Lyme disease is serious business. But there’s one tick-borne disease that’s not only life-altering, it’s outright bizarre…

The core muscles are the ones that can take some of that pressure off of your back, and help you avoid the back pain and even debilitating injury that can impact your day to day activities. But if your back hurts is it too late? Absolutely not…

If you want to boost your testosterone levels without resorting to medications, testosterone replacement therapy, or other conventional approaches, then you’ve come to the right place.

When it comes to meals, you’re probably on a set schedule — breakfast in the morning, lunch in the afternoon and dinner in the evening. But what if a small tweak in this schedule could burn fat and make your weight loss efforts a whole lot easier?

People who ate a lot of red chili peppers had a few things in common. But the most important trait they shared was a decreased risk of premature death, particularly from stroke or heart attack. The right pepper for you…

Science has proven that most of the deadliest diseases we face are preventable. And the best way to prevent them is to work toward changing these three areas of your life: What you think, what you consume and what you do with your body.

This pro-aging protein wreaks havoc by binding to cells and hijacking communication, allowing cancer cells to aggregate and spread, fueling chronic inflammation, suppressing immunity, accelerating the aging process and more…

If you’re lactose intolerant, you’ve probably already resigned yourself to a life free of dairy products — no milk, no yogurt, no cheese. But what if you could add dairy back to your diet without paying any gastrointestinal consequences?

If you’re going to get poked with a needle and have your blood drawn, you might as well get the most out of it. It’s your right to question your doctor about the most specific and most sensitive tests for any suspected underlying condition.

People who have the so-called Alzheimer’s gene are three times more likely to develop the disease. Of course, chances are you don’t have this gene. But if you spend too much time being sedentary, your risk is just as high anyway.

If you’re addicted to any unhealthy habit in your life, whether it’s eating junk food, drinking alcohol or watching too much TV, you might be tempted to take the “willpower” approach to overcoming your addiction. I’ve got something better…

Bootcamp can work for you if you love group training. It’s the best for your upper body. But you may find that supplementing your bootcamp style class with a few exercises done in the weight room helps you get the best of both worlds.

Even if you’re diligent about taking immune-boosting vitamins and supplements, eating right and getting rest, the occasional bug gets you. This time of year, I see a lot of patients with bronchitis, and most expect antibiotics. I tell them…