Articles for Health

Every year I remind myself to plan well in advance and enjoy the season to its fullest. It’s not always easy, however there are some things you can choose to do differently. When shopping take your time and and don’t stress out over getting the “perfect gift”. Any gift is a wonderful gesture and will […] Read More

Pelvic pain may refer to pain in the abdominal region or below the umbilicus and can be caused by a variety of disorders, involving the bowel, the bladder, or the appendix. Pelvic pain can also signal a medical emergency. The following are some (not all) causes of pelvic pain: Ovarian cysts and fibroids IBS (Irritable […] Read More

A few weeks ago my housekeeper Tessa, showed up on my doorstep with a swollen left lower leg. She announced that she had been developing leg pain and swelling over the last week. The minute I saw her I knew she had developed a clot in one of the deep veins of her lower leg […] Read More

Approximately 30% of all hysterectomies performed in the United States are to treat heavy menstrual bleeding. Conservative therapy, which is now the trend, also helps to control costs and allow women to keep their uterus intact. For many women, heavy menstrual bleeding is very subjective. By definition menorrhagia is menstruation at regular cyclical intervals but […] Read More

I have the amazing opportunity to travel to South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and Antarctica for 3 weeks. Like many travelers long plane rides, time changes and an array of strange food and lack of exercise can leave one feeling lethargic and not fit to enjoy the travels. Here are some simple tips to make […] Read More

Halloween is only a few days away and people are flocking to their local market to find the perfect pumpkin to carve. Pumpkins are much more than a decoration, because when eaten they contribute to good heart health, improved vision and a trim waistline. Here are some essential reasons you should choose to add pumpkins […] Read More

All around the world in the month of October, you’ll notice the color pink.  This includes major landmarks from Mumbai, London, Mexico City, Paris and the White House, all have been lit with pink lights to symbolize the importance of early breast cancer detection, the most common cancer to affect women.  Pink is a way […] Read More