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Vacationing to new places gets you out of your routine – that’s the fun! Nonetheless late meals, unfamiliar food, being more active than usual, and different time zones can all interrupt diabetes self-management. Plan so you can count on more fun and less concern on the way and when you get to your destination. Before You Leave – Visit your …

By Chaas Gantt and Maria Gantt We’ve all heard of people touting the benefits of acupuncture, stating it cured their TMJ, Arthritis or alleviated autoimmune symptoms. The stories are limitless, but are they true? Can acupuncture really reduce symptoms, regenerate tissue and nerves, give someone more energy and stave off illness? The practice of acupuncture is just one of the …

By Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS Hairline receding? Seeing more scalp shining through? Lost your self-confidence when you look in the mirror? Looking for a way to feel and look more youthful and attractive? If you answered ‘yes’ then you are one of the nearly 80 million Americans having to deal with aging hair and hair loss. As a progressive …

Clinical trials are the building blocks upon which all new medications owe their existence. Without a clinical trial performed using a new medication, it would be impossible to know if the medication worked, much less what, if any, side effects it had. Literally no new treatments for any existing condition could be developed unless subjected to the rigorous testing performed …

One Day Bath’s TubcuT® adds convenience and protection for all ages When was the last time you faced the need for a home project that you knew would absolutely solve your problem and also go easy on your wallet? For most homeowners, there’s usually an endless list of modifications and renovations that we need to make as both we and …

Despite their intense focus on CBD and THC, cannabis researchers may be overlooking something really important. And it’s surprising that they’re overlooking it, because it really stinks. We’re talking terpenes: those volatile organic compounds that wafted through your dorm, way back when, and now make you feel a little woozy when the budtender pops the lid on a jar of …

Are you struggling with an illness or injury that is negatively impacting your overall quality of life? Have you tried various methods to heal your body without success? If you are searching for a natural, effective, and non-invasive treatment for reclaiming your overall health and body function, the professionals here at MD Beauty Labs can help. We offer cutting-edge exosomes …

By Aaron Rosenblatt, MD Back surgeries can fail for a devastatingly simple reason; the operation was not the right treatment, because the surgeon never pinpointed the source of the pain. As a result, patients may be just as miserable as they were before, or worse off. Unfortunately a desperate number choose to try surgery again. This is usually the wrong …

Does Medicare confuse you? You are not alone. Medicare is a complicated program. Wisely managing your Medicare benefits starts with understanding the facts. Age 65 is a critical time in your life. The decisions you make now can have a tremendous impact on your health, welfare, finances and quality of life Insurance issue and changes can be confusing. Trusting just …

Do you ever find yourself in what seems like a hopeless situation? Is your life so hectic that you wish for just a moment of peace? Do you wish you laughed more, stopped to smell the roses, and enjoyed life more easily? Are relationships in your life broken – do you long for love? If you answered “yes” to any …

By Renee Chillcott, LMHC It’s a beautiful South Florida day outside, the birds are chirping, everyone is healthy and happy, I have nothing to complain about and life is good….right? Wrong! Why do I have this anxious, stressed out, overwhelmed, impending doom, depressed feeling? There is no reason for it, so I must be losing it? I’m wrong again. I …

Gum recession is very common among patients for a variety of reasons. Recession can occur due to genetics, past orthodontics (braces), tooth shifting, infrequent dental hygiene appointments, inflammation and aggressive tooth brushing (among others). Recession is the loss of the gum tissue that covers the root portion of the tooth. The gum tissue protects both the tooth itself, along with …

As we age skin can become dull, lose elasticity and droop. There are of course surgical options and hyaluronic acid fillers, but the procedures that are topping everyone’s wish list are the Vampire facelift and the vampire facial. Naturally found in your blood, platelets are a rich source of proteins called growth factors, which promote healing and regeneration. Platelet-rich plasma …

By Lauren R. Rosecan, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a deterioration or breakdown of the eye’s macula. The macula is a small area in the retina — the light-sensitive tissue lining the back of the eye. The macula is the part of the retina that is responsible for your central vision, allowing you to see fine details …

Although people may have heard the word ‘cornea’ in reference to the eye, many are unaware of what is really refers to. While diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration affect the back of the eye, the cornea is in the front of the eye. In fact, the cornea is the most anterior structure of the eye. It is the …

How can you plan for the inheritance of a disabled child in order to preserve their ability to receive government benefits? Do you have a disabled child who will be inheriting from your estate? Does this disabled child receive government benefits? Many families are not aware that once a disabled child (minor or adult), who is receiving government benefits, receives …

In today’s world of cell phones, tablets, video games, streaming, and more…we are constantly bombarded with information from electronic devices. The question on everyone’s mind…are electronics changing the brain? While this topic is somewhat controversial and has been the cause of many debates, we are hoping to simplify the information by looking at two different areas. The first area being …

By Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS FALLing follicles? You aren’t alone. Over 80 million men and women in the U.S. are battling some degree of hair loss. While genetics play a key role in many hair loss cases, it’s important to realize there may be other contributing factors as well. In fact, there are a host of other issues that …

By federal law, possessing cannabis (mariju*na) is illegal in the United States unless it is used in approved research settings. Yet, a growing number of states, territories, and the District of Columbia have passed laws to legalize medical mariju*na. Cannabis contains cannabinoids, also called phytocannabinoids, which cause drug-like effects in the body, including the central nervous system and the immune …

Wisdom may come with age but getting older has its set of challenges. People are living longer but not necessarily healthier. From diminished eyesight, arthritis, immobility, to cognitive decline, some conditions make it high-risk and unsafe for seniors living on their own or with limited supervision. Some of the biggest hurdles for seniors are tripping, slips and falls, slippery bathtubs, …