Living Well Blog

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

When it comes to keeping our bodies functioning, Vitamin D plays a starring role. Often called the "sunshine vitamin," it's one of the 13 essential vitamins our bodies need for growth and maintenance. Yet, despite its importance, more than 40 percent of American adults don't get enough of it. Here’… See more

Everyone ages. It’s a process that none of us can avoid despite how well we care for ourselves. There are two basic types of aging – chronological and biological. And while you experience both, one type of aging can happen faster than the other.Chronological aging is what we think of when we think… See more

It used to be that turning 50 wasn’t just an age milestone – it was a sign that you needed to schedule a colonoscopy.Colon cancer affects the large intestine (colon) and rectum. Until recently, the only effective screening tool was colonoscopy, which many people avoid or put off because of… See more

If you or a loved one has diabetes, you may have seen or heard of a technology called continuous glucose monitors, or CGMs. They are a significant technological advancement designed to assist individuals with diabetes in managing their blood sugar levels more effectively.A CGM is a small, wearable… See more

For most people, the thought of having cancer provokes feelings of fear and dread. It can be a cruel, grueling disease that affects millions of Americans. Just last year there were 1.9 million new cancer diagnoses in the U.S. And statistics suggest that one in two American men and one in three… See more

If you’ve taken part in the MDVIP Wellness Program, you may have had your blood tested for myeloperoxidase or MPO. It’s one of the tests that may be included when your doctor draws blood. MDVIP added this option so physicians would have an additional tool to better identify heart disease risk —… See more

Of all the things we eat, nothing perhaps does more harm than foods that are awash in sugar, items that come to mind include:CakesCookiesSugar-sweetened beverages (like gourmet coffee and sodas) But sugar is everywhere — in low-fat yogurt and barbecue sauces, in granola, protein bars and… See more

Living longer and healthier isn’t always about exercise and healthy eating. While these things are important and account for a huge part of our health span - the period of our lives we live without chronic conditions and mobility issues -- there are other factors that play a big role too, including… See more

When I was in school growing up in New York, hardly anybody had food allergies. Nobody sat alone at an allergy table, and peanut butter was practically cuisine du jour. A lot has changed.Today, food allergies affect a growing number of American adults – about 2 percent. They cause 30,000 emergency… See more