Author archives: Monmouth Health And Wellness

by Philippa Bebbington, Phil Knows Food What Exactly Is Intermittent Fasting?Intermittent fasting (IF) is a dietary approach that alternates between periods of eating and abstaining from food, focusing more on “when” you eat. This method has gained popularity due to its flexibility and the significant health benefits it offers. Common…

By Dr. Lichtenstein Root canal therapy is a dental procedure that often invokes fear and anxiety in many patients. Despite its reputation, a root canal is a common, safe, and effective treatment designed to save teeth that might otherwise need to be extracted. Here, we aim to demystify the fears…

Monmouth Gastroenterology a division of Allied Digestive Health Traveling is supposed to be fun and relaxing, away from the strife of life, but you can’t take a vacation from yourself. Unfortunately, you must be prepared for every possible experience. Three Aspects of Traveling That Cause Concerns Dietary Restrictions – Finding…

Physical therapy and occupational therapy are distinct branches of healthcare, each with its own focus and objectives. While physical therapy aims to alleviate pain and restore movement and function after an injury or illness, occupational therapy concentrates on enabling individuals to participate fully in the activities of daily life, particularly…

Curalta Foot & Ankle Dry air, particularly in the wintertime, can wreak havoc on your feet and rob them of the moisture they need to stay healthy and soft. This can cause hard, cracked heels, especially because your feet are naturally dryer than most other body areas. Causes range from…

Your skin reflects your health. To take care of it, you need to build healthy habits. Stay clean. Wash your face twice a day — once in the morning and once at night before you go to bed. After you cleanse your skin, follow with a toner and moisturizer. Toners…

Research from the American Heart Association shows that routine stress, including job strain and long working hours, may contribute to serious health problems, including elevated risk for heart disease and stroke and experiencing depression for the first time. Working on fast-paced, demanding projects and constantly being connected to technologies can…

(BPT) – Spring is here — which means flowers blooming, warmer weather, longer days and so much more. But spring also means more asthma and allergy triggers in our environment, like excess pollen in the air, grass, pollution, other airborne irritants and even temperature changes. However, there are steps you…

(BPT) – Every new puppy owner has a camera roll full of pictures, but don’t let that sweet puppy smile fool you — good dental health requires a plan. By the age of three years, most dogs will have some sort of periodontal disease, according to the American Animal Hospital…

(BPT) – Did you know people do more to defend their pets from ticks than for themselves? Pet owners are nearly three times as likely to always protect their pets from ticks than to always protect themselves (36% versus 14%) while only a third (31%) of all Americans are consistently…

Venous insufficiency, a condition where blood flow through the veins is inadequate, can lead to discomfort and health complications. Traditional treatments have ranged from compression stockings to surgical interventions. However, vein ablation has emerged as a highly effective and minimally invasive solution. Understanding Venous Insufficiency Venous insufficiency occurs when veins struggle…

by Monmouth Gastroenterology a division of Allied Digestive Health People with lactose intolerance have difficulty digesting lactose, a sugar found in dairy products. This is due to the lack of lactase enzyme, which breaks the lactose into simpler sugars for absorption. Common Foods to Avoid if Lactose Intolerant While there isn’t an…