6 GLUTEN & DIABETES | Diabetes
patients are more likely to have
celiac disease. Gluten-free is the key!
8 COFFEE VS. ALZHEIMER'S |
Researchers pinpoint compounds
found in coffee which may target toxic
proteins linked to Alzheimer's.
10 ROBOTIC ASSISTED SURGERY |
Research shows reduced complications
and revisions for spine surgery
patients.
12 NEXT MOVES AGAINST LUNG CANCER
Timing of treatments may be an
important strategy in manipulating
cancer cell growth.
14 ANXIETY: MORE THAN SKIN DEEP |
Skin disease patients are vulnerable
to some psychological disorders.
Watch for the signs.
16 PUT DOWN THE PHONE | Electronic
devices are an easy fix for busy parents,
but excessive reliance on them could
shortchange your child's development.
18 THE ADVANTAGES OF OVERDENTURES
by Neal Solar D.M.D. | A convenient and
surprisingly affordable alternative to
traditional dentures.
19 NON-OPIOID OPTIONS: THE FUTURE
OF PAIN MANAGEMENT
by Gerald E. Trimble, M.D. | Most pain
problems can be addressed with a
combination of therapies & treatments.
CONTENTS
20 LET'S GO FOR A TEST RUN!
by Ray Morrison | Gearing up and
getting out should be simple and
enjoyable for anyone who wants to get
started on the runner's path.
22 YOUR HEART COULD USE A GOOD
NIGHT'S SLEEP | Insufficient sleep
is an overlooked major risk factor for
heart disease.
24 A HEALTHY RETINA
by D.M. Deupree, M.D. | Supplements
and good nutrition can help guard
the retina against age-related
macular degeneration.
26 TOUGH ENOUGH | Guys, we know
you're tough—but taking measures
to protect your health is not a sign of
weakness.
28 IS SCREEN TIME KILLING YOUR
VISION? by Michael Tolentino, M.D. |
Protect your eyes from blue light
exposure and save your sight.
30 CROSSFIT: PART OF A HEALTHY
APPROACH TO WEIGHT LOSS
by Aaron Hanna | Want to lose weight?
Use CrossFit as part of a healthy
strategy.
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