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Everyone wants to live longer but for some, battling the aging process becomes something not to be feared but instead, a calculated and exciting part of their wellness routine when they understand that humans can start to repair and reverse the root cause of aging at a cellular and biochemical level. N-acetyl cysteine, or NAC for short, is a dietary …

Many people worry about cholesterol – and with good reason. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), more than one-third of American adults have high cholesterol, putting them at greater risk of heart disease – the leading cause of death in the United States. What you eat can be essential in maintaining your cholesterol and cardiovascular health. But first, what …

By Dr. Alan Brown Did you know that exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light constitutes the greatest risk factor for melanoma? Countless studies have long established the connection between harmful UV exposure and skin cancer. Most UV exposure originates as energy from the sun, reaching the surface of our planet as two types of UV light: UVA rays and UVB rays. …

By Colin E. Champ, MD, CSCS – Radiation Oncologist Let’s face it, life can be busy year-round. But, the magic of Summertime – with its longer days, warmer temperatures, and endless out-door exploration – is a terrific time to slow down. Shedding our hectic lifestyles, even if only in the Summer months, can be tremendously beneficial for our health. By …

Imaging studies always require a good balance between patient comfort and efficacy of the imaging work. For many years, the only option on the MRI market was a small bore (opening) machine, essentially a tube that patients lie inside. The main problem with these is claustrophobia among patients. For larger patients, it can be very daunting to lie inside a …

By Dr. Matthew Davis, DC Are you suffering from numbness and tingling in your hands or feet? Common symptoms of neuropathy include numbness and tingling, frequent falls, muscle weakness and difficulty walking, and low blood pressure. Neuropathy is damage or dysfunction of one or more nerves that typically results in numbness, tingling, muscle weakness and pain in the affected area. …

With summer in full swing, you may be headed outdoors to enjoy the weather or flocking to the beach for some fun in the water. Staying out of the sun can be tough, especially when you live in South West Florida. Whether you’re spending your time cheering on university athletics, splashing in the private water park, playing a game of …

By Greg Pascucci Selecting the right senior living community may be one of the most important decisions you and your loved ones will make. Although there is no magic formula for determining when a move will be right for you, being proactive in your research and beginning the process of discovery early on will make the transition much easier. Be …

By Dr. Anne Marie Tremaine Melasma is a common, stubborn, and recalcitrant skin condition that typically effects pre-menopausal women and is characterized by brown patches on sun exposed areas, specifically the face. These asymptomatic brown patches are usually symmetric and with irregular borders. Melasma is not harmful, but a cosmetic nuisance. The most common triggers for melasma include hormones (estrogen …

By Dr. Linell King Functional Medicine is the medicine of the future. We use it to restore your body’s innate healing potential, and not just treating symptoms. It uses a combination of science-driven testing with healthier lifestyle practices, to treat the whole person and not just parts of your body. A “one size fits all” approach never works. Therefore, people …