Health Pearls
We Summarize Latest Medical and Scientific Studies
It’s easy to be overwhelmed with medical information in the media.
It is often written with the intent of being big on headlines but short on important details. We present that information in a reliable manner so you can be well-informed. We also summarize medical conference news
We hope all the pearls we will be gathering will help you on your journey to good health and happiness!
Bones Building Strategies
Jan 28, 2015
1. Incorporate Calcium Rich Super foods Although dairy foods are a rich source of calcium, milk, yogurt and cheese are only part of the solution of incorporating calcium-rich foods in…
Read More → January Health Pearls: Walnuts and Alzheimer’s, Formaldehyde in E-Cigarette Vapor
Jan 28, 2015
Walnuts as Super Nuts for Memory The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) reported a significant positive relationship between walnut consumption and cognitive function in adults of all ages,…
Read More → Hepatitis C – What Is It, Who Can Get It and Why Is It In The News? written by Julia Korenman, M.D.
Jan 25, 2015
Hepatitis C has been in the headlines recently. This is a chronic illness that affects 3-4 million people in the US and one of the main diagnoses leading to liver…
Read More → Escape the Yo-Yo Diet Trap: Define Your Own Nutritional Success
Jan 17, 2015
For years, the health and fitness industry has preached that the “calories in and calories out” model was the most effective weight loss recipe. Let’s not argue with the logic…
Read More → Osteoporosis – How Can Fractures Be Prevented?
Jan 9, 2015
Winter is upon us and along with holiday cheer comes the beautiful yet hazardous snow and ice. Osteoporosis is the most common type of bone disease, characterized by a decrease…
Read More → The Wizard of Oz
Jan 2, 2015
I’m often asked what I think about Dr. Oz’s advice. The Dr Oz Show has almost 3 million viewers per day, which makes him an influential source of medical information.…
Read More → December Health Pearls: Gardasil 9 Vaccine: Pollution Exposure and Risk of Autism, Dysfuntional Sleep and Childhood Obesity
Dec 28, 2014
1. Gardasil 9, the New Version of A Cervical Cancer Vaccine. Earlier this month, the FDA approved the Gardasil 9, Merck’s new version of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine, to…
Read More → Caribbean Travelers: Bring Your DEET!
Dec 21, 2014
Are you headed to warmer weather for the holiday break? In addition to bringing sunscreen and your bathing suit, do not forget to pack mosquito repellant if you are venturing…
Read More → Heart Attack or Panic Attack?
Dec 17, 2014
Sarah comes into the office complaining of chest pain, sweating, racing heart, and shortness of breath. She is worried about having a heart attack. Physical exam and EKG are all…
Read More → Medical Marijuana – Joint Controversy
Dec 12, 2014
As laws change in different jurisdictions, many questions arise. Is marijuana safe? If alcohol and cigarettes kill more people than marijuana does, why are the former legal and the latter…
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