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Beating the holiday bulge
The average American will gain eight pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, according to the National Institutes of Health. It’s harder to lose weight than it is to prevent gaining it. Here are some tips for pre-emptive damage control from Higher Heights trainers: “Eat a healthy meal before attending a party. If you feel full,...
Read MoreSeven essential health screenings for women
Your time. It’s limited and you can’t buy more of it. As a woman who may be balancing a career while raising children, what gives? Often, our health. Putting off essential screenings is a real health risk. We are so accustomed to long waits for appointments and brief interactions with our doctors, it might be surprising to know that...
Read MoreBreak through tinnitus treatment
A common symptom of damage to the ear and hearing system is tinnitus. Tinnitus can be defined as noise heard that has no external cause. It can sound like ringing, buzzing, hissing, roaring and more, can be constant or intermittent, and is unique to each person affected. “Tinnitus is present in about 80 percent of persons living with...
Read MoreDr. Eric Trattner uses Clearanail technology to assist in the treatment of nail fungus
If you or someone you know has struggled with nail fungus, you’re likely aware that most treatments either work sporadically or don’t work at all. “Nail fungus is not just a cosmetic concern. It can also lead to other skin and nail problems, especially in diabetics,” says Dr. Eric Trattner, a podiatrist and foot specialist with over 30...
Read MoreThe memory mushroom
An area of great interest and research is nootropics–substances that may improve cognitive function, including memory. I’d like to discuss one of these substances, a medicinal mushroom that according to studies contains bioactive substances that may protect against Alzheimer’s disease, help relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety, and...
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