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Cheat days can stall progress on diet
Life, Published on 04/07/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I'm starting a low-carb diet to lose weight, and I plan to incorporate cheat days to help me stick with it. I don't see anything wrong with that, but my sister says cheat days are bad for your health, and that they teach you bad habits. Is that true? What is considered a cheat day?
Yearly physicals set baseline for health
Life, Published on 20/06/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I am baffled that what used to be a thorough and comprehensive physical exam is now just a few questions, taking some vital signs and a few blood tests. No checking your eyes, throat, glands or reflexes. No breast exam. Why has this changed? What constitutes a complete physical these days?
High creatinine levels can indicate chronic kidney disease
Life, Published on 30/05/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: A recent blood test showed my creatinine levels are a bit high. My doctor said it's something we need to watch because that can be a symptom of chronic kidney disease. Is high creatinine really that big of a deal? What can you do to take care of your kidneys and get lower numbers?
Diet rich in veggies can decrease risk of Type 2 diabetes
Life, Published on 02/05/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: My doctor recently said I'm borderline for Type 2 diabetes. I'm surprised because it does not run in my family. Can you avoid getting it? I read that when your diet is high in vegetables, your risk of Type 2 diabetes goes down a lot. Is that true? Are fruits OK?
A man of many hues
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 28/04/2023
» Last April Eddie Redmayne's six-year passion project culminated with Cabaret sweeping seven awards, including Best Musical Revival and him winning the Best Actor in a Musical at the 2022 Olivier Awards in London.
Many with walking pneumonia don't realise they're sick
Life, Published on 25/04/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: My wife and I both had Covid-19. I recovered, but my wife kept feeling sick. We worried it might be long Covid. But when she saw her doctor, she got diagnosed with walking pneumonia. She took antibiotics and got better. How is walking pneumonia different from regular pneumonia?
TGA, though frightening, is considered benign
Life, Published on 18/04/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I was recently home alone, and I remember feeling dizzy. The next thing I knew, I was at the hospital. My husband says I called him and asked for help, and he called 911. I have no memory of any of this. I was told I had a TGA. What causes it? How dangerous is it to have a TGA?
Research says gut-brain axis plays role in mental health
Life, Published on 04/04/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I was diagnosed with depression in grad school, and I've been dealing with it ever since. I take medication and see a therapist. It helps, but I still struggle. I read about a new study that says depression has to do with your gut and with what you eat. I'd like to know more about that.
Donating kidney does not affect life expectancy
Life, Published on 28/03/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I was surprised to find out that a co-worker gave his nephew a kidney several years ago. He never mentions it and I don't want to invade his privacy, but I would like to know more about the process. What does it take for someone to donate a kidney? Is it safe for them to do it?
Transitioning from keto diet should be done slowly
Life, Published on 21/03/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: I've been doing keto for a few months to lose weight. I've almost reached my goal, and I'm ready to go back to eating more carbs. Is there a good way to switch from keto back to a regular diet? I'm worried that when I eat carbs again, I'll gain back the weight I lost.