Living Well Blog Filter Results By Allergy/Immunology Bone Health Brain Health Concierge Medicine Dermatology Diagnostic screenings Diet & Nutrition Emotional Wellbeing Endocrinology Geriatrics Gut Health Heart Health Infectious Disease Insurance & Medicare Lifestyle Longevity MDVIP Clinical Studies MDVIP Wellness & Prevention Model Men's Health Personalized Medicine Preventative Medicine Prevention Primary Care Sleep Apnea Sleep Health & Disorders Weight Management Women's Health Apply Filter Why Body Composition is a Better Measure of Health Compared to Weight By Dr. Andrea Klemes January 22, 2026 You’ve probably heard the importance of managing your weight your entire life. Unfortunately, you’re probably focusing on the wrong metric if you’re just looking at your bathroom scale.How much we weigh is merely a number. It doesn't provide an accurate picture of your body size, shape or health.… See more 4 Important Health and Wellness Lessons We Learned from 2025 January 22, 2026 Happy 2026! As we usher in another year, it’s always a good idea to take a few moments to reflect on the past year and what we learned. We reviewed the top health news of 2025, and here are four important stories that can affect your health and wellness.Heart Attack Risk Significantly Lowered… See more 5 Tips for Losing Weight Without a GLP-1 Drug By Merritt W. Dunlap, MD January 21, 2026 Adult obesity rates have been steadily climbing for decades. Unfortunately, being overweight is linked to a long list of health issues. The good news: losing just a modest amount of weight can help improve sleep, blood sugar levels, cholesterol profile and blood pressure readings, which can… See more Beer Belly Has Ties to Harmful Heart Changes, Especially in Men By Wendy Walker, MD January 21, 2026 No one wants a beer belly: They’re unattractive and have been linked to health issues for years. Beer belly, the casual term used to describe abdominal obesity, is associated with more harmful changes in heart structure than overall body weight… See more 5 Tips for Avoiding Heartburn on Special Occasions By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES December 17, 2025 It’s the holiday season – a time of joy, cheer and heartburn. Mainstream holiday fare – high-fat foods, alcohol and desserts – can trigger heartburn. Of course, heartburn isn’t just a holiday thing – many of us experience bad heartburn anytime we eat foods that are spicy or high in fat or drink… See more Beyond the Basics: 8 Advanced Heart Tests That May Save Your Life By Jennifer M. Ruh, MD December 16, 2025 Heart disease remains America's number one killer, making routine blood pressure and cholesterol screenings essential for everyone. While traditional screenings offer a helpful snapshot, they don't always… See more Microplastics Raise Risk of Health Issues Among Coastal Residents By Michele H. Leder, MD, FACP December 16, 2025 Every week, the average American unknowingly consumes a credit card-sized amount of plastic. For those living near the coast, the risks may be even greater. Recent research reveals a troubling connection between coastal living and increased rates of serious health conditions—and microplastics… See more Microplastics Raise Risk of Health Issues Among Coastal Residents By Michele H. Leder, MD, FACP December 16, 2025 Every week, the average American unknowingly consumes a credit card-sized amount of plastic. For those living near the coast, the risks may be even greater. Recent research reveals a troubling connection between coastal living and increased rates of serious health conditions—and microplastics… See more Six Symptoms You Should Never Just Dismiss December 12, 2025 It’s easy to brush off a muscle ache, feeling cold, or being tired. (It is just part of getting older?) But sometimes these can signal that it’s time to visit your primary care provider to rule out more serious problems — or get treatment.Here are symptoms you shouldn’t ignore.Morning headaches… See more Melatonin Supplements Linked to Heart Failure, Study Says By Dr. Andrea Klemes November 21, 2025 You can find Melatonin gummies, capsules and tablets in virtually every health food store and supermarket supplement section. They help promote sleep and are available over the counter. They are usually made from synthetic ingredients and mimic the effects of natural melatonin, a hormone produced… See more Load More Leave this field blank