Category archives: Health Blog

Surgery of any kind can disrupt your life in both small and big ways, and bunion surgery certainly brings with it considerations on both ends of the spectrum. If you’ve decided to end the discomfort and pain your bunion is giving you by undergoing a surgical procedure, we’ve pulled together…

Avoiding suntan lines from squinting in the sun and using Botox can both be part of a comprehensive approach to maintaining a youthful appearance and protecting your skin. Here’s how you can address both concerns: Preventing Suntan Lines from Squinting Wear Sunglasses:  Choose sunglasses with UV protection to shield your…

By Dr. William Ziegler Reproductive Science Center of NJ Without a doubt, vaping, ingesting & smoking marijuana causes infertility. As recreational marijuana becomes legalized in more places in the United States, including New Jersey, more and more patients are asking: Does marijuana cause infertility? Yes, it does – in men and women…

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…