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By Anne Marie Tremaine, MD As the “winter weather”, rolls into Southwest Florida, we need to make some changes to our skin care regimen. The decrease in humidity can lead to dry, scaly, irritated, and itchy skin. While I do recommend a gentle skin care regimen all year round, it is even more important during the winter. There are several …

With so much on our plates, we often experience immense intervals of stress and anxiety. During this time of year, we can feel “out of control” and hopeless. Have you gained weight, do you struggle with addictions, are your negative thoughts disrupting your life? We all know the benefits of meditation and wellness, but do we really take the time …

During the holidays, we’re looking forward to spending time with family, traveling, and attending events; our lives tend to be a bit more hectic. With all of the extra festivities and travel, injuries often coincide. Tip #1 When traveling for long distances, whether by car, plane, or other means, we can become somewhat cramped up in small spaces. It’s wise …

By Anna M Avola DMD, MS Going to a dentist that focuses on the “baby boomer” generation is not a bad thing! Actually it’s a smart thing to do. In fact, since dental health is connected to the health of the whole body, oral health should be a priority. This is called the oral systemic connection. Good dental hygiene is …

Wisdom may come with age but getting older has its set of challenges. People are living longer but not necessarily healthier. From diminished eyesight, arthritis, immobility, to cognitive decline, some conditions make it high-risk and unsafe for seniors living on their own. It’s important to map out plans to make the home safer and easier to maneuver, but it’s also …

The holiday season is a perfect opportunity to gather with friends and family, and few things bring people together like an elegant, seasonal meal. Serving up a mouthwatering main dish worth celebrating can elicit rave reviews from your guests and keep them gathered around the table longer, creating lasting memories. Creating a crowd-pleasing holiday centerpiece starts with choosing a flavorful, …

By Toni Eatros, MS, Dipl Ac, AP Gallbladder disease is one of the most common and costly of all digestive diseases.  It is a degenerative disease that is clearly related to diet. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease.  Gallbladder removal is now the most common type of major surgery performed. Cholelithiasis (gallstones) is a condition where sediment settles …

Our bodies self-regulate heat by sweating and also through radiating heat back into the atmosphere. When we sweat, we perspire potassium and sodium. Both of these minerals help to control nerve function, water balance, and heart rhythm. Sweating can quickly escalate into dehydration; therefore, it’s critical to stay hydrated, BUT plain water might do the trick! And sugary drinks can …

The evolution of cancer treatment over the last 40 years has resulted in better outcomes for patients; today more people are living with cancer than ever before. Cancer is an illness unlike any other. Many people mistakenly believe that cancer refers to one disease that occurs in various parts of the body, but, in reality, cancer is not just one …

When it comes to recognition in the organ world, the gallbladder tends to be the “low man on the totem pole”. That is until problems occur in the form of gallstones. This lesser known, pear-shaped organ sits beneath the liver and stores bile which is later released into the small intestine to aid with digestion and break down fats. When …