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Various versions of low-carbohydrate diets have been popular for many years. The details of what is allowed and what is not vary quite a bit,… Read More »Low-carbohydrate and high-saturated fat diet: Heart healthy, or more to learn?
In science, advances are a daily occurrence, but true breakthroughs are rare. What does it take to achieve world-changing scientific breakthroughs? Some are the result… Read More »What it takes to achieve world-changing scientific breakthroughs
In the US, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women, and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Each year, an estimated… Read More »A new targeted treatment for early-stage breast cancer?
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That recurring sound that you hear but nobody else does? It’s not all in your head. Well, not exactly. You may be one of the… Read More »Tinnitus: Ringing or humming in your ears? Sound therapy is one option
As a doctor, I am constantly advising my patients to prioritize their own mental and physical health. Get adequate sleep. Eat healthy. Learn how to… Read More »Navigating a chronic illness during the holidays
For decades, in vitro fertilization (IVF) has enabled countless people to have children, often after years of disappointment. It’s a complex process, medically and emotionally.… Read More »Embryo donation: One possible path after IVF