Search Results: Healthy Lifestyle (51)
The power of positivity is underestimated. It can change your outlook on life. Words of encouragement and love may change your brain, according to research by Dr. Andrew Newberg, director of research at the Marcus Institute ...
When we think of the Super Bowl, we typically think of food, beverages and football. Alexandra Nichols, a bariatric registered dietitian at Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Putnam Hospital Center, offers some helpful tips to hel...
I am sure we are all on the same page this time of year—feeling frozen, cranky and upset it is pitch black before we even leave the office! Winter is nearly here and with temperatures in the teens, we are often tempted to forego t...
Opioids are a powerful drug commonly used for pain management, or anesthesia, during surgery. But, they can be dangerous, as they can be addictive for some surgical patients. Many surgeons at Health Quest Medical Practice are offe...
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Indrani Dhar | 6/28/2018
Farmers markets are now cropping up throughout the Hudson Valley and if you haven't been to one yet, there's plenty of time to grab your reusable bag and head outdoors for some fresh, wholesome fruits and vegetables all season lon...
If you have a young, picky eater in your family, you are probably all too familiar with the meal-time battle, prolonged dinners, the pinched noses and endless whining. But forcing a child to gag down foods that ...
It's June and if you are the average parent then you know what is happening before the end of the month. School's out! Now that you've taken two minutes to scream silently in your mind, wring your hands and bury your face in your ...
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and it is important to learn more about the disease and how it can be prevented or best treated. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United Stat...
I work as a full-time outpatient physical therapist at Sharon Hospital in Sharon, Conn. I mostly work with patients suffering from orthopedic injuries. These range from general back pain to sports injuries, including from running....
Iconic presidents like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln were very strong in their principles and leadership skills. In honor of Presidents' Day, we present a patriotic workout inspired by our forefathers to give you physical ...
Tanning is a multibillion-dollar industry, so of course they would have you believe artificial tanning is safe. It is not safe. The truth—proven by scientific research—is the longer people use sunbeds, the greater their risk, espe...
As soon as the gloom and cold of winter hits the Hudson Valley, the urge to stay indoors bundled under blankets becomes reality for many people. And for those battling a cold, stomach virus or the flu , exercise is the last thing ...
In my therapy practice, I often encourage patients to keep a gratitude journal, writing down three things they feel grateful for every day. Time and again, my patients have responded so positively to this exercise that I decided t...
Reflux is a disease. Not a bad meal choice. Also called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, it is caused by a weak muscle in your esophagus that allows acid and bile to flow from the stomach back up into the throat. N...
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Health Quest | 11/15/2017
Thanksgiving recipes with a healthy flair What does a registered dietitian's Thanksgiving menu look like? We asked our experts across the hospital system for the healthy holiday recipes they look forward to the most. These recipes...
It's that time of year again — football season — and we are hearing more about concussions. However, the truth is concussions are not exclusive to football or contact sports. They can happen to "anyone, at any time, anywhere," as ...
Rheumatologists treat patients with bone and joint disorders, such as osteoarthritis and gout. We also deal with autoimmune diseases that affect the joints and other organ systems. Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system,...
Coloring isn’t just a pastime associated with kids anymore. Adult coloring books have gained popularity over the past few years for their stress-relieving abilities. Like meditation and other relaxation techniques, coloring is a s...
A good dose of daily exercise is one of the best treatments for people diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. Parkinson's disease: Tai Chi can be an effective exerc...
Sleep is your body's way of refueling for another day. However, many Americans are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis. This lack of sleep doesn't just make you feel tired the next day – it can ultimately lead to poor heal...