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 Nephrology Personalized Medicine Preventative Medicine Prevention Primary Care Sleep Apnea Sleep Health & Disorders Weight Management Women's Health Apply Filter The Other Lipid: What Are Triglycerides and 7 Cholesterol Questions, Answered March 8, 2019 When it comes to your heart health, you probably know some of the most important numbers to watch for: blood pressure, weight, cholesterol – especially low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the “bad” cholesterol. Did you know you should also keep tabs on your triglycerides to help prevent your risk of… See more Depression and Cardiovascular Disease: The Connection That Can Break Your Heart March 5, 2019 It’s not exactly news: Heart disease and depression, two of the most common chronic conditions in America, are also linked to each other. Researchers, who have been looking at the connection for decades, know that at least one-fourth of all heart disease patients have depression – many are… See more Can Lack of Sleep Increase Heart Disease Risk? The Answer Might Lie in Hypocretin By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES March 4, 2019 Over the last decade, experts have told us getting seven to eight hours of sleep every night can help protect us against heart disease. Ever wondered why? Researchers think they might have the answer. Healthy, sound sleep triggers a mechanism designed to protect your arteries, according to a… See more Oral Health: The Often-Overlooked Casualty of Stress By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES February 5, 2019 You’re probably aware of the toll everyday stress takes on your health. Headaches, weight gain, insomnia – the list goes on and on. But you may not realize how stress affects your oral health. People with greater… See more Stress Causing Skin Aging & How You Can Control It By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES February 5, 2019 After a stressful situation or long illness, there’s a good chance you’ll notice a few more wrinkles on your face. It’s not news that stress is involved in premature aging. But stress is an unavoidable part of life. Is it possible to prevent some stress-related premature skin aging?When you’re… See more Heart Disease By the Numbers January 29, 2019 Download the hi-res PDF of this infographic. Quiz: Test Your Heart Attack IQ Are you… See more Could you have a heart attack? Reduce your odds through these tips January 28, 2019 (BPT) - Many Americans consider themselves well-informed and attentive when it comes to their health. That’s why it's so puzzling that many remain unfazed by the threat of heart disease. That was among the findings of the MDVIP Heart Attack IQ Survey, a national study showing Americans are more… See more Why My Patients Aren't Having Heart Attacks By A. Alan Reisinger, III, MD, FACP January 27, 2019 It has become clear to me, after more than 35 years of medical practice, that the traditional approach to cardiovascular disease is missing the boat. Just look at these dismal statistics:Heart disease has been the No. 1 cause of death in this country since 1900.Somebody has a heart attack every 40… See more Five Myths About Heart Disease January 25, 2019 Alan Reisinger, MD, Baltimore, MD:There are some unfortunately well entrenched myths about heart disease.Be Strong-Hearted Inspiration Center… See more Keep Your New Years Resolutions by Strengthening Your Willpower With These 5 Tips By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES January 21, 2019 Almost half of all Americans make New Year’s resolutions, yet only a small percent actually achieves them. In fact, about 80 percent of resolutions fall by the wayside by February. Why do so many people give up? Some experts chalk it up to a lack of motivation. Remedies include … See more Load More Leave this field blank