Methylene blue: Should you take it?
Methylene blue is a salt and dye that has been used in medicine for over 100 years. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant and analgesic, or pain-relieving, properties.
Researchers and physicians, like myself, are exploring new ways to use this substance. Right now, I am focused on using methylene blue to help manage pain caused by some cancer treatment side effects. While I’ve stained two or three of my white lab...
Exercise snacks: How to sneak more exercise into your day
Squeezing a full workout into your busy day can be tough. Warming up, exercising and cooling down all take time. So do the commute to the...
How to talk to your children about vaping
About 1.63 million American children under age 18 — roughly 6% of our youth population — reported vaping in 2024. That figure represents a...
Clinical dietitian: 3 ways to reduce your sugar intake and still enjoy sweets
There’s no evidence linking sugar directly to cancer. But eating too much sugar can still lead to weight gain, which increases your risk of several cancers. It can also lead to other health conditions, such as diabetes, high triglycerides and metabolic syndrome.
The problem is that most people really like sweets. Our bodies are wired to want them. So, how can you reduce your sugar intake and still enjoy your favorite treats? Try...
Soursop: Does this tropical fruit have health benefits?
Soursop goes by several names — including graviola or guanabana — but has one very distinct look. Picture a spiky green football, and you’...
Does your body have a set point weight, and can you change it?
If you’ve tried to lose weight, you know that often the hardest part is keeping the pounds off long term.
It’s a huge challenge – one...
How to lose weight after cancer
Weight loss can feel overwhelming. Cancer survivorship may make it feel even more complex...
Heavy metals in chocolate: 5 questions, answered
A lot of people crave sugar, and chocolate is usually pretty high on the list of preferred sweets....
Hydrogen water: Does it have health benefits?
If you think back to science class, you may remember that water’s molecular formula is H20: 2 hydrogen atoms and one oxygen...
How to improve your lymphatic system
You probably know that you have a whole lymphatic system in your body. But do you know what it does?
The lymphatic system is a crucial...