Dr. Joseph T. Morandi

11/14/2025

It’s World Diabetes Day - a good day to take stock of your lifestyle and see if you’re doing all you can to offset your risk for developing type 2 diabetes. For example, daily exercise is one of the best approaches you can take to help reduce your risk of diabetes and obesity, which raises the risk of type 2 diabetes. This article explains a recent study that found exercise is a good starting point in managing and controlling diabetes and obesity. We can also talk about your fitness routine at your next appointment.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/afternoon-workouts-can-help-people-obesity-diabetes

11/11/2025

My patients ask many questions about bone health. It’s understandable – osteoporosis is a debilitating health condition that affects many older women and some men. A commonly overlooked risk factor is excessive alcohol consumption, which is rising among American women. More women are drinking and drinking heavily. Learn more about the connection between alcohol and bone health.

When you think of osteoporosis, you probably imagine a frail, older woman. After all, osteoporosis is most often associated with thin, older women with small bone structures. White and Asian women tend to have a higher risk than Black and Latina women, but their risk also is significant.

10/29/2025

Winter is less than two months away, which means we need to put some extra effort into controlling our blood pressure. Your blood pressure rises in colder weather – and while you may be borderline or okay in the summer, your blood pressure may be too high in winter. Try these seven tactics to help manage your blood pressure during the winter.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/colder-temperatures-can-affect-your-blood-pressure

10/26/2025

Each year, I have patients catch the flu. Some bounce back after a week, while others end up hospitalized for several weeks. Of course, having a heart or lung condition can cause complications. But a weaker immune system can also lead to life-threatening issues. You can try lowering your risk of serious flu illness by boosting your T-cells. Here’s what you need to know.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/does-flu-knock-you-out-weeks-boost-your-t-cells

10/24/2025

October is usually a month of great walking weather. However, if you’re walking in the brush or in the woods, your exercise may raise your risk for Lyme disease. Most people who have Lyme disease recover in a few weeks. However, some patients develop long-term Lyme disease, which is a lot more complicated. Let me know if you think you have a tick bite. Here’s more on long-term Lyme disease.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/long-term-lyme-disease-associated-particular-bacterial-strain

10/22/2025

Most cancer cases have a higher survival rate when they’re detected early. However, there are more than 200 types of cancer, and only five have early screenings. As a result, more than 50 percent of cancers are diagnosed in an advanced stage. A new type of test may change this dynamic. Called liquid biopsies, these multi-cancer early detection tests may help fill the gaps left by the five standard cancer screenings. They may also be combined with those standard screenings to provide a more comprehensive approach to early detection. If you’re curious about this test, let’s talk at your next appointment.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/what-are-multi-cancer-early-detection-blood-tests

10/20/2025

Alcohol consumption can affect medications, weight and overall health, which is why I commonly ask my patients how much alcohol they drink. However, answering this question is more difficult than it seems; many factors are involved. If you’d like to understand how much you’re really drinking, here’s what you need to know.

Many people are unaware of the health effects of alcohol on the body. Educate yourself on how much alcohol you are really drinking and one drink consists of.

10/18/2025

Some of my patients take turmeric supplements to ease pain, improve memory, slow aging and contribute to weight loss. Turmeric supplements are more effective when combined with bromelain or black pepper. However, the combination of turmeric with black pepper has been found to cause liver damage. Talk to me about the supplements you’re taking. In the meantime, here’s more on turmeric and black pepper supplements.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/turmeric-and-black-pepper-supplements-may-damage-liver

10/16/2025

Some of my patients ask a lot of questions about Parkinson’s disease, which is understandable. It’s a life-altering, debilitating disease that’s been rising in the US. Here are four tips to help lower your risk of Parkinson’s.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/4-tips-help-lower-your-risk-parkinsons-disease

10/14/2025

Your metabolism’s function is to convert food and beverages into energy to power your body’s functions such as breathing, circulating blood and exercising. Sometimes, abnormal chemical reactions occur in your body that interfere with your body’s metabolism. A metabolic disorder can affect your overall health, including weight. This is one reason why I am adamant about staying on top of screenings. Here’s what you need to know about maintaining metabolic health.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/understanding-your-metabolic-health-and-how-it-impacts-your-body

10/11/2025

I often remind my patients that stress, poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyle and dehydration can affect their gut health, and ultimately, their overall health. The gut has many responsibilities, so when it’s not properly cared for, you may gain weight, catch viruses more often or experience gastrointestinal issues. Learn how your gut health influences your overall health.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/how-your-gut-health-influences-your-overall-health

10/08/2025

If I am concerned about your heart health, I may check your levels of myeloperoxidase (MPO) – an enzyme that helps identify your heart attack risk. But it turns out that this test is more valuable than we once thought. A recent study found that elevated MPO levels also suggest a risk for stroke and all-cause mortality. Here’s more on MPO. Let me know if you have any questions.

https://www.mdvip.com/about-mdvip/blog/new-study-highlights-importance-inflammation-marker