By: Monmouth Gastroenterology A Division of Allied Digestive Health If you live with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you may have noticed changes in your weight that seem tied to your symptoms, whether it is unexpected gain, unwanted loss, or the frustrating bloat that makes your weight feel like a moving...
By Hema Vyas, M.D. Mental health treatment is not always one-size-fits-all. While two people may experience similar symptoms, the reasons behind those symptoms can be very different. This is one reason some patients are interested in a more personalized approach to psychiatric care. Dr. Hema Vyas, M.D., Psychiatrist, uses a...
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), and other news outlets to stay on top of recalls, public health alerts, and company announcements that may affect the food and kitchen products...
What Is Picky Eating? You probably picture a stubborn toddler refusing to eat broccoli. But adults can struggle with it, too. They usually have a very limited set of favorite foods, made a certain way. They don't like to try new foods and might even pass on something familiar if...
Type 2 diabetes, once called non-insulin-dependent diabetes or adult-onset diabetes, is the most common form of diabetes, affecting 90% to 95% of the 13 million men with diabetes. The rates of diabetes have dramatically risen in all states. One of the biggest jumps was among men. The risk for type...
You have a lot of say-so in how you feel as you grow older -- from your heart and eyes to your skin and bones. You can enjoy a better body by knowing what’s natural as you age and what’s not and by learning simple steps you can try to...
By: Dr Lee Lichtenstein For families of individuals with special needs, the transition into adulthood brings many changes. Education, employment, living arrangements, healthcare and daily routines may all evolve. Dental care is an important part of that transition—but finding the right dental provider can sometimes be challenging. Many young adults...
By Dr Sezer Olcay, Holmdel Orthodontics Orthodontic treatment is not the same for every patient. While many people think braces or Invisalign are simply about creating straighter teeth, orthodontic care involves much more than appearance. A properly planned treatment approach considers the patient’s bite, tooth alignment, jaw development, lifestyle, and...
by Monmouth Gastroenterology a Division of Allied Digestive Health Bloating after meals is a common digestive complaint that can leave you feeling overly full, tight, swollen, or uncomfortable. While occasional bloating is normal, frequent bloating may be a sign that certain foods, eating habits, or digestive conditions are affecting your...
Ligament injuries can affect mobility, stability, athletic performance, and everyday quality of life. Whether an injury happens during sports, from a fall, or because of repeated stress on a joint, a torn ligament can cause pain, swelling, weakness, and difficulty moving normally. Many ligament injuries improve with conservative treatment, but...
Recipe from Absolute Nutrition Counseling Looking for a simple frozen snack that is refreshing, satisfying, and easy to make? Frozen yogurt bark is a great option for warmer days, after-school snacks, or whenever you want something sweet without making a complicated dessert. This recipe from Absolute Nutrition Counseling combines Greek...
Acne comes in many shapes, sizes, and colors — and sometimes, the skin condition doesn’t look like an obvious blemish at all. Take blackheads, those pesky dark-colored gunk-filled spots. If you’ve ever tried squeezing one, you’ve probably found yourself facing down an angry bump instead, and immediately regretted it. So...
