The Lifestyle Doctor

10/09/2018

FDA approved Gardasil for adults up to age 45!
Gardasil is a vaccine for HPV which is a cancer causing virus.
Please get vaccinated !

About 14 million Americans become infected with HPV every year, the CDC says. About 12,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and about 4,000 women die from cervical cancer caused by certain HPV viruses.

03/05/2018

Please vaccinate your kids against HPV!
Let’s try to stop cervical cancer!

Free vaccine program in schools leads to big drop in rates although they remain high in the developing world

12/24/2016

Heart related deaths rise during the holidays. Why does this happen? The food we eat, alcohol, stress, and a delay in seeking treatment. If you have any chest pain or difficulty breathing please seek medical attention ASAP.

Study of New Zealand data confirms prior research with American data that heart-related deaths rise at Christmas, suggesting cold weather is not a reason.

10/07/2016

The HPV vaccine has reduced the number of cervical pre-cancers in young women! Please get your adolescent girls and boys vaccinated. The vaccine can be taken up into your mid 20s but works best prior to any exposure.
AVOID HPV-related CANCERs, GET VACCINATED!
Discuss with your doctor if this is right for you.
http://www.mdlinx.com/oncology/article/633?utm_source=in-house&utm_medium=message&utm_campaign=lf-onc-oct16 # #

The HPV vaccine has effectively reduced cervical pre-cancers among young women.

06/10/2016

Angry outbursts in marital couples linked to heart problems, whereas shutting down emotionally leads to musculoskeletal ailments. This may be the time to seek alternative methods to control your anger and ways of getting your feelings out to your partner!

http://www.mdlinx.com/internal-medicine/medical-news-article/2016/06/10/6689614/?utm_source=in-house-msg&utm_medium=message&utm_campaign=im-june16

Internal Medicine Article: Angry outbursts tied to heart problems

05/25/2016

Check out the new improved nutrition labels with easy to read calories and serving sizes! This is long overdue!

The White House and FDA announced the first update to nutrition facts labels in 20 years.

05/13/2016

Massage therapy has been shown to increase serotonin and dopamine (happy hormones) and decrease cortisol (stress hormones).
Now that sounds like a good reason to treat yourself to a massage!

04/26/2016

Strengthen your core!
Plank pose is one of my favorite core and back strengthening exercises. It also improves your overall balance and posture.
I usually set my timer to see how long I can hold my plank...what is your best plank time?

04/20/2016

Are you looking for ways to keep active but you don't have the time? Many times I find myself in this predicament so why not start small and slowly add things into your day. Every bit counts!

Tip #6- 15 minutes of laughter burns 10-40 calories depending on the intensity.
It also releases endorphins (feel-good chemicals)

04/19/2016

Are you looking for ways to keep active but you don't have the time? Many times I find myself in this predicament so why not start small and slowly add things into your day. Every bit counts!

Tip #5: Walk more!
Whether its parking further from the entrance to work or getting off the elevator a floor early and walking the rest of the way your body will thank you!
Personally I like to pace back and forth while on the cell phone!

04/18/2016

Are you looking for ways to keep active but you don't have the time? Many times I find myself in this predicament so why not start small and slowly add things into your day. Every bit counts!

Tip #4- Put on some music while cooking and dance around the kitchen!

04/15/2016

Are you looking for ways to keep active but you don't have the time? Many times I find myself in this predicament so why not start small and slowly add things into your day. Every bit counts!

Tip #3- Do some of your desk work while standing... It will burn more calories and can increase leg endurance!