South Palm Beach Edition

By Dr. Kerri White – The Benefits of a Smile Everyone knows a beautiful smile is cheerful and uplifting but did you also know it has many health benefits as well? Research shows a smile can lower your heart rate and blood pressure while reducing stress.  When you smile it releases endorphins that relax you, improve your sense of well …

Dear Camille, When I visited my doctor today to review my lab work, I was told that I am pre-diabetic! I’m not surprised; my mother, my aunt, and my oldest brother are diabetic. My doctor said he would place me on medication if I don’t try to correct it with diet and exercise. Can you help me! — Alicia Dear …

By Alan J. Bauman, M.D. – It is no secret that our bodies change as we age – but many don’t realize that the same is true for our hair. When our skin ages, we develop wrinkles, fine lines, and age-spots. Similarly, when our hair ages, we can see thinning through loss of density, diameter and damage that leads to …

By Mark P. DiRoma, DC – Arthritis Pain and Inflammation The term “Arthritis” is often used as a catch phrase to describe the aches and pains associated with aging.  Actually, arthritis is not a single disease; it is a complex family of musculoskeletal disorders consisting of more than 100 conditions that affect people of all ages, races and genders.  The …

By Susan Allen, Certified Lymphatic Therapist – Do you have a holiday party to attend and want to look fabulous?  Want to lose that jiggly fat that has not responded to diet and exercise? Let me introduce you to red light therapy and a non-invasive body slimming method to remove fat, reduce inches and tighten the skin at the same …

With the wide range of ad campaigns, scientific marketing, and conflicting studies, the term “healthy,” is one that’s been met with a lot of ambiguity and confusion over the years.  At Whole Foods Market, we aim to create an easy, comprehensive experience using our Health Starts Here program. This program was created by a board of doctors and includes far …

By Christopher A. Santora M.D. – The association between Type 2 Diabetes and Dementia is the topic of active research and discussion. While we do not fully understand the mechanism of how diabetes triggers dementia, we do know that diabetes is associated with 50-100 percent increase in risk of AD and dementia overall.  In addition diabetes is associated with a …

By Dr. Minelle Tendler, DMD – The goal of orthodontic treatment is a good bite—meaning straight teeth that mesh well with the teeth in the opposite jaw.  A good bite makes it easier for you to bite, chew and speak. This can enhance your dental health and your overall health, and may improve self-esteem.  Orthodontists have traditionally used metallic braces …

By Carlos Eduardo Ramírez, MD, Gynecology – Women living with symptoms of vaginal discomfort, irritation, appearance and others are not alone.  In fact, these are extremely common.  However, due to the sensitive personal issues usually involved women stay silent about the disruption to their quality of life.  There are solutions to these issues that may be, not only simple, but …

By Daniel Lindenberg, MD, PA – Of cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States and the third most common cancer in men and in women.   In 2009: • 136,717 people in the US were diagnosed with colorectal cancer – 70,223 men and 66,494 women. • 51,848 …