Harvard Health Ad Watch: An upbeat ad for a psoriasis treatment
Psoriasis is a chronic disease in which skin cells rapidly divide, causing the skin to develop rough, red, scaly patches. Plaque psoriasis is the most common form: affected skin has…
Tinnitus: Ringing or humming in your ears? Sound therapy is one option
That recurring sound that you hear but nobody else does? It’s not all in your head. Well, not exactly. You may be one of the estimated 50 million-plus people who…
Low-carbohydrate and high-saturated fat diet: Heart healthy, or more to learn?
Various versions of low-carbohydrate diets have been popular for many years. The details of what is allowed and what is not vary quite a bit, and the amount of carbohydrates…
Gift giving for family or friends in assisted living
Have family or friends in assisted living facilities? Finding the right gift can be complicated. Health issues may rule out some gifts: cross off sweets or chocolates for those who…
Preventing preeclampsia may be as simple as taking an aspirin
Preeclampsia is a common and dangerous complication of pregnancy that causes high blood pressure and excess protein in urine. Typically, it occurs during the third trimester or very soon after…
Navigating a chronic illness during the holidays
As a doctor, I am constantly advising my patients to prioritize their own mental and physical health. Get adequate sleep. Eat healthy. Learn how to say no so you don’t…
Anti-inflammatory food superstars for every season
Berries and watermelon in the summer, kale and beets in the winter. The recipe for anti-inflammatory foods to enjoy can change with the seasons.Your heart, your brain, and even your…
Time to stock up on zinc?
As if stubbornly high rates of COVID-19 aren’t giving us enough to worry about, welcome to cold and flu season!Yes, colds and influenza, two well-known upper respiratory infections, will soon…
Do weighted blankets help with insomnia?
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects approximately 10% of adults in the United States. It is characterized by difficulty with falling asleep, staying asleep, and/or waking up too early,…
Skin in the game: Two common skin problems and solutions for men
When I was on the junior varsity basketball team in high school, I wasn't surprised when I developed a case of itchy, flaky athlete's foot. After all, I was an…