Diana Tyler Rocks, DO, FACOI

11/13/2025

Let’s talk about coffee. Most of my patients drink coffee daily, and a large percentage of them purchase coffee (or another beverage) from a coffee shop every week. Coffee shops can be very enticing, rolling out festive, seasonal flavors, particularly during this time of year. But these drinks may be taking a toll on your wallet, and more importantly, your health. Here’s more on coffee shop coffees.

Do you swing by Dunkin' drive-thru for coffee on your way into work? Or frequent Starbucks for an afternoon caffeine boost? If your answer was yes, you're not alone. About 73 percent of Americans drink coffee daily and more than 50 percent buy coffee (o...

11/11/2025

Many of my patients switched from dairy milk to a plant-based alternative such as almond or oat milk. However, not all alternative milks are created equal –and this is especially true of almond milk. Here’s what might be in your almond milk.

Have you switched to plant-based dairy alternatives like almond or oat milk? Whether this switch was for health or because you can't tolerate traditional dairy, there's something you should know about your beverage of choice: Not all alternative milks a...

11/06/2025

About two-thirds of Americans have some level of cognitive impairment by age 70. Currently, cognitive decline is not preventable or curable; however, there are tactics you can take to protect your brain health, such as exposure to scents while sleeping. Here’s what you need to know.

About two out of three Americans have some level of cognitive impairment at an age 70, according to the National Institutes of Health. Cognitive decline takes a tremendous toll on the quality of life of an individual and breaks the heats of family membe...

11/04/2025

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. https://bit.ly/3ACm0MD

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.

11/01/2025

Winter is a few weeks 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.

With winter less than two months away, now is a good time to prepare yourself for colder temperatures, especially if you have health conditions affected by lower temperatures.Circulation, in particular, can be impacted by winter weather. Colder air narr...

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!

10/30/2025

Have a fun, safe Halloween!

10/25/2025

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.

It's common for people to experience the flu differently. In some people, the flu triggers strong cold-like symptoms, while other people develop life-threatening issues. Influenza is a virus responsible for about 9 million illnesses, 4 million medical v...

10/23/2025

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://bit.ly/4oBBG6o

Ticks are known for causing a wide range of illnesses, with the most common being Lyme disease - a bacterial illness that affects hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there a...

10/16/2025

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.

10/14/2025

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. Next time you're in the office, let's talk about the supplements you’re taking. In the meantime, here’s more on turmeric and black pepper supplements.

People have always turned to herbs and spices as home health remedies. Today, 24 percent of Americans use herbal medicines, supplements and tea to boost their health, according to Statista.One herb that gained a lot of popularity is turmeric (also known...

10/09/2025

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.
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Legendary National Football League quarterback Brett Favre was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD), a progressive and debilitating nervous system disorder that affects cognitive and motor abilities. In the early phases, symptoms develop slo...