by Ian Shtulman | Nov 25, 2013 | Cholesterol, Exercise, Healthy Lifestyle, Heart Health, Medication, Prevention
Every year in the United States, there are 38 million filled prescriptions for statins, the cholesterol-lowering drug that has become ubiquitous in today’s society. If that sounds like a lot, consider that new guidelines from the American Heart Association and the...
by Ian Shtulman | Nov 25, 2013 | Baby, Children, Exercise, Healthy Lifestyle, Parenting, Pregnancy
A few months ago a photo posted online caused quite the uproar. The photo, a clearly pregnant woman participating in the intense exercise program Crossfit, raised concerns from doctors and criticism from other moms. While most women are encouraged to be physically...
by Ian Shtulman | Oct 10, 2013 | Cancer, Healthy Lifestyle, Nutrition, Prevention
It’s October. That means pink ribbons on lapels, store shelves, and even burly NFL players. Of course I’m referring to Breast Cancer Awareness, which by now is nearly synonymous with the color pink. This is the annual drive to raise money for new...
by Ian Shtulman | Oct 9, 2013 | Healthy Lifestyle, Medical Mistakes
Healthcare has been a significant part of the national dialogue lately, but the conversation may be focused in the wrong direction. While most people are concerned about access and affordability, new research indicates we should instead be paying more attention to...
by Ian Shtulman | Apr 22, 2013 | Healthy Lifestyle
Today is Earth Day, a 43-year-old holiday celebrated every April 22nd in 192 countries across the world. Focused on environmental protection, Earth Day events are held throughout the world to raise awareness and take action in support of Mother Earth. Unless...
by Ian Shtulman | Jan 25, 2013 | Healthy Lifestyle
Sometimes it’s not what you eat, but how you eat it… When people were asked why they eat organic foods, the most common answers given were about improved health outcomes and the safety of foods. Unfortunately, researchers are discovering that common...
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