5 Steps to the Hollywood A-List Smile
ARE YOU READY TO GO PRO? Crest Pro-Health and celebrity dentist / author, Dr. Catrise Austin, partner to bring you tips on how to “Go Pro” with your smile! TIP 1: Take a Trip to the Dentist One out of 2 American adults aged 30 and older has advanced gum disease. See a dentist every 6 months for a professional teeth cleaning, check-up , and advice on dental procedures and... Read More
The Air We Breathe
fresh•••The Air We Breathe Buy plants and lots of them. They act as air purifiers. When we think air pollution, we think about the clouds billowing from a factory smoke stack or fumes spewing from a diesel truck. What we don’t consider is that not only is air pollution sometimes invisible, but it is also sometimes worse indoors—where we spend 90 percent of our time—than... Read More
How to Give Your Doctor a Checkup
How to Give Your Doctor a Checkup You Wear the Stethoscope by Chandra R. ThomasMost people spend more time checking around for a reliable car mechanic than they do investigating their doctor. However the controversial death of rapper Kanye West’s mother, Donda, in 2007, has inspired more patients to learn more about their medical care provider well before placing their... Read More
VIDEO: Your Body After Menopause
When your period stops, there can be noticeable shifts in how your body functions – from your sexual response to your cardiovascular system. Read More Read More
VIDEO: Overactive Bladder Causes
Do you feel the need to urinate frequently? You could be suffering from overactive bladder! Urinary tract infections and bladder inflammation are some common overactive bladder causes. To know more, watch this video. Read More Read More
VIDEO: What are Gallstones?
Some people are more prone to gallstones than others. Check out the video to find out the details on gallstone causes, symptoms and treatments. Read More Read More
VIDEO: How to Handle Diabetes When You’re Eating Out
Figuring out restaurant menus can be tricky when you have diabetes. Learn how to order the right foods, in the right portion sizes, so you can eat out without the guilt. Thanks for checking us out. Please take a look at the rest of our videos and articles. To stay in the loop, bookmark our homepage. Read More
VIDEO: Is Sea Salt Healthier Than Table Salt?
Sea salt is an increasingly popular alternative to table salt. But is it really better for you? Our Healthy Skeptic investigates. Thanks for checking us out. Please take a look at the rest of our videos and articles. To stay in the loop, bookmark our homepage. Read More
Breast Cancer Awareness FAQs
Breast Cancer FAQs Can physical activity reduce the risk of breast cancer? Exercise boosts the immune system and helps you to keep your weight in check. With as little as three hours of exercise per week, or about 30 minutes a day, a woman can begin to lower her risk of breast cancer. This doesn’t require going to a gym either. Power walking is more than sufficient! ... Read More
Patient, Beware
alternative medicine ••• It’s Unnatural to Kick Your Meds Cold Turkeyby Rosa Kincaid, M.D. I was in a deep sleep at my St. Louis home when I was suddenly awakened by a 1 a.m. call from the on-duty emergency room physician at a local hospital. I was informed that one of my patients apparently suffered a stroke. Even more surprising than the early morning call, the attending... Read More
