health

We all know dogs offer love and companionship. Why else would they be called "man's best friend." But did you know they also provide their owner with powerful mental and physical health benefits.

After cold temperatures and dark days, we're all looking forward to spending time outdoors in the warm sunshine! As a primary care pediatrician, I get lots of questions from parents about how to keep kids safe in the sun, and thought I could share some of my advice here.

"Bacteria" is a negative word, right? Not necessarily. If a bacterium comes in probiotic form, you ought to jump at the chance to take it in. It's about time the good bacteria stop getting a bum rap. 

What gives you a migraine? For that matter, what gives you a chronic migraine? Just from reading the previous two sentences about migraines, you might already be developing one.

We have all heard the phrase, "Stand up for what you believe in." As important as these words are for conducting one's own life, we can create just as vital words of wisdom by tweaking this expression and instead saying, "Stand up for healthy living." It's just as catchy to say, but what makes it

Your knees ache. It's hard to climb the stairs or exercise. The pain in your hip seems to be getting worse. If your doctor says you're a candidate for joint surgery, you probably have many questions that will determine your decision.

The sweet strawberry, the perfect bite-sized blueberry, the luscious raspberry. These palate-pleasing fruits are bursting with flavor. And something more: They contain anthocyanin a potential heart-protecting chemical.

The holiday season is upon us, but does the thought of family commitments, cooking and shopping stress you out? 

Driving is a key to independence, no matter your age! However, driving at night presents challenges as we grow older due to a decrease in contrast, sensitivity, depth perception and color perception in lower light conditions.