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Cancer Prevention, digestion, Fiber March 23, 2015 0Comments

Health Benefits of Fiber

Nothing can slow you down more than sluggish digestion. Okay, so regularity may not be the hot topic around the water cooler or at that trendy party you went to last weekend. But it’s definitely something that everyone in Queens, and throughout the country for that matter, thinks about on a regular basis. A slow digestive tract is sure to ruin what could otherwise be a dynamic afternoon loaded with fun and activity. And if you’re not getting enough fiber in your diet, you’re likely having more of those sluggish days than ever. Eating the proper amount of fiber is vital to well-functioning digestive organs. And, while a properly performing digestive system is critical to a well-functioning body, it’s not the only system in the human body that needs fiber. According to recent studies, fiber can lower the risk of myriad health problems, including heart disease and diabetes. Here’s more information from top GI doctors in Queens on the many health benefits of fiber and why you need to ensure that everyone in your family gets enough of it every day.

Cancer Prevention, digestion, Fiber March 23, 2015 0Comments 0Likes

digestion, Nutrition, Yogurt March 19, 2015 0Comments

Health Benefits of Yogurt

Undoubtedly, yogurt has become one of America’s favorite foods. In a recent report from the market research company NPD (National Purchase Dairy), yogurt consumption has doubled since the year 2000, and there are no signs of its popularity slowing any time soon. In fact, data out of National Agricultural Statistics Services show that yogurt sales have risen by more than 100 percent in the new millennium, with profits for yogurt companies in the billions. Throughout the country, yogurt is a fave of both young and old, not just for its creamy yumminess, but for its many health benefits as well. If you’re not a yogurt eater yet, the following information on the myriad health benefits that yogurt can offer might just change your mind.

digestion, Nutrition, Yogurt March 19, 2015 0Comments 0Likes

GI Health, Nutrition, Unhealthy habits March 15, 2015 0Comments

How to Maintain GI Health

How you feel can be a direct result of your gastrointestinal health. Your physical and emotional well-being, level of energy, and ability to perform your daily activities are directly linked to how effectively your digestive system is performing its job of flushing waste and toxins out of your body. Without a properly functioning digestive tract, the human body becomes a sluggish mess. If left untreated, all those toxins can cause serious complications to literally every organ and every system of your body. The fact is, though, that maintaining proper GI health often is a matter of making just a few adjustments to your lifestyle. If you’re feeling listless, heavy, and unable to enjoy everyday activities, your digestive system may need a little assistance. Following are some tips from GI doctors in Queens that can help you maintain proper GI health in order to get back to your regular, energetic self.

GI Health, Nutrition, Unhealthy habits March 15, 2015 0Comments 0Likes

Skin Cancer, Skin Health March 12, 2015 0Comments

Demographics of Skin Cancer

The incidence of skin cancer is on the rise in the United States. Although statistics show that some cancer rates are down, the fact is that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer being diagnosed in the country. Skin cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer, since the causes are often due to certain behaviors that can be avoided. And yet the recent rise in skin cancer cases may be seen as proof that this type of cancer may not be taken quite as seriously as other types of cancer. Following is information on the demographics of skin cancer incidence throughout the country, as well as steps that can be taken to help prevent the development of the many types of skin cancer.

Skin Cancer, Skin Health March 12, 2015 0Comments 0Likes

Dry Skin, Moisturize, Skin Health March 9, 2015 0Comments

How to Prevent Dry Skin in Winter

Winter in New Jersey can be a snowy wonderland. From fun family wintertime activities, to cuddle time in front of the fire, winter brings fabulous opportunities to bond with loved ones and spend exciting times together. But winter sure can be hard on your skin. When Old Man Winter stirs up the best of his blistery freezes, the first thing we want to do is duck indoors and crank up the heat. Unfortunately, all that heat generation can cause dry, itchy, flaky skin. So what do you do when winter conjures up frosty weather that causes you to turn up skin-drying heat inside? Here are some tips from top dermatologists in New Jersey on how to prevent dry skin in winter that will help you maintain moist, healthy, supple skin, even when Jack Frost throws you his best wintertime curve ball.

Dry Skin, Moisturize, Skin Health March 9, 2015 0Comments 0Likes

Diet and exercise, Healthy Skin, Moisturize March 5, 2015 0Comments

How to Keep Skin Healthy

Did you know skin is a body organ? It’s true. As a matter of fact, your skin is the largest organ in your body, and just like every other bodily organ, it needs proper care and nutrients to keep it healthy. Do you spend too much time in the sun, with your skin unprotected from UV rays? Do you forget to drink 6 to 8 glasses of water every day? Do you neglect eating 4 to 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day? Do you smoke or use other tobacco products? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, your skin likely isn’t as healthy as it could be, and that could mean you’re looking older than you have to. Keeping your body’s largest organ in optimal condition isn’t difficult. In fact, it can take minimal effort on your part. Following are a few tips from top dermatologists in Livingston on how to keep your skin healthy for a lifetime.

Diet and exercise, Healthy Skin, Moisturize March 5, 2015 0Comments 0Likes

circulation, digestion March 2, 2015 0Comments

Health Benefits of Drinking Water

The human body is made up, on average, of approximately 60 percent water. Your body needs to maintain its proper percentage of water in order to keep you in optimal health. Unfortunately, if you’re not drinking enough water on a daily basis that means your health is at risk. There are a number of medical conditions, ranging from mild to severe that can occur if your body doesn’t get the water it needs. From skin to digestion to circulation and even body temperature, water works in your body to keep the whole thing performing optimally. If you’re someone who isn’t drinking enough water every day, you’re likely also experiencing health problems that you may not even realize are directly linked to your lack of H2O consumption. Top dermatologists in New Jersey recommend drinking between 6 and 8 glasses of water daily. Following is information on the health benefits of drinking water that just may convince you to wise up and drink up!

circulation, digestion March 2, 2015 0Comments 0Likes

nasal congestion, Sleep position, Snoring February 26, 2015 0Comments

What Causes Snoring?

If you’re the partner of a snorer, you know what an aggravating predicament it can put you in to try to fall asleep each night listening to that heavy breathing and wheezing. By the same token, if you’re the snorer, you know how aggravating it can get being told every morning how annoying it is listening to your heavy breathing and wheezing. There are products on the market today that can help or even eliminate snoring, but the problems that accompany snoring sometimes aren’t just simple issues that can be rectified by wearing a little strip on your nose. And the causes of snoring can be even less simple to detect and treat. Of course, if you’re a snorer or the partner of a snorer, you likely have spent hours, days, even weeks investigating the reasons for the snoring and subsequent cures. Following is information on some of the most prevalent causes of snoring and what you can do to remedy your snoring problem.

nasal congestion, Sleep position, Snoring February 26, 2015 0Comments 0Likes

Gingivitis, Oral Health February 23, 2015 0Comments

What Is Gingivitis?

It’s probably safe to say that everybody has heard the term ‘gingivitis.’ Most people probably even know that gingivitis is gum disease. But do you know the impact it can have on your oral health? Yes, put simply, gingivitis is gum disease. The problem is that it’s not simple at all. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to more serious oral health problems such as periodontitis, which is an inflammatory disease that affects the tissues surrounding and supporting your teeth. Once periodontitis sets in, it can cause bone loss which can then lead to tooth loss. The American Academy of Periodontology, a non-profit membership association for periodontists, lists gingivitis as a common, mild form of gum disease. Doesn’t sound so bad, right? Wrong! If this mild form of gum disease goes unchecked, it can lead to less common and far more serious forms of gum disease that can threaten the health of your teeth and its supporting structures. Thankfully, gingivitis often is easily prevented. It can even be treated once you get it, but why risk it? Why not just prevent it in the first place?! Following is more information on gingivitis, its causes, and what you can do to avoid getting it.