What is the best diet for PCOS? Now, this, is a hotly debated topic. Just the other day I was talking to two friends of mine. One has PCOS, one thinks she does. They both were trying the Keto diet, because they read on a wellness site that it was the best diet for […]
While some people consider lockdowns and closures necessities to get ahead of the virus, one wonders what’s happening to our mental health during lockdowns. How are adults coping versus kids? What about people who are losing jobs and whole businesses, and how is that financial stress, compounded by shutdowns, impacting mental health? I’m also […]
Everything is relative. That phrase couldn’t be more true when it comes to “Superfoods.” In my new parody, Yours in Wellness, Krystal Heeling, Letters from the Wellness Industry, I write about wellness being a luxury brand and how “superfoods” is a buzzword used to sell shakes, supplements, pricey detoxes, manicured meals and more. […]
Wireless and Health Issues: The Case for Minimizing Wireless Exposure By: Erin Stair, MD, MPH I never paid attention to the issue of cell phones and cancer or any wireless technology leading to any health issue. Like the majority of the population, I used my cell phone and wireless headphones throughout the day, sometimes […]
What’s the scoop on the new COVID vaccines? Dr. Andrew Fleming, an infectious disease doctor here in NYC, recently came on my Causes or Cures podcast to discuss the new vaccines. He has done research on antibody responses to COVID-19 and knows the specifics of the vaccine trials. Listen, I get people being anxious […]
What is the connection between COVID and Blood Type? Is there one? I’ve been reading various reports regarding COVID and blood type. Some studies say there is a link and some don’t. Some scientists are skeptical of any talk about blood types and disease risk, an area that has been explored for years, yet with […]
There has been a lot of praise for Singapore’s Response to COVID-19, especially in the beginning of the pandemic. There has also been a lot of criticism over how the US handled the pandemic, which leads to the question: Why did Singapore’s reponse work well, compared to the US’s response? What did they do differently? […]
Hi guys. When you work in wellness, you’ll encounter EMF shields. They are everywhere. Sometimes they come in the form of tiny magnets that you can stick on your devices or sometimes they are types of special clothes or even crystals. A lot of my readers who are concerned about EMF radiation have written me […]
This is a fun medical trivia tidbit, mostly because millions of people watch A Christmas Carol during the holiday season. While Tiny Tim IS a fictional character, his symptoms portray an actual illness. Here’s what the experts think: And…here is ONE more medical trivia piece for the holidays. How many people get injured by […]
What we can do to boost our immune system during a pandemic: This is not medical advice. This is information only. By Erin Stair, MD, MPH A lot of the news is about things we can’t do during the pandemic. There are mandates, closings, restrictions and lockdowns all in the name of health. That […]
By: Erin Stair, MD, MPH Probiotics and prebiotics for depression: The connection between the microbiome and mood. Guess what? You are never alone. None of us are. It may not be comfortable to think about, but tons of tiny organisms live inside us and affect our health. The microbiome refers to all of the microorganisms […]
Most of the time, sex is associated with poetry. But at least one STD is. Ladies and Gents, for your next dinner party ( virtual or not), you can wow your guests with the below tidbit. Also, if you are interested in my collection of Medical Trivia tidbits thus far, you can find them in […]
Anorexia Unlocked, with JL Keez: Hi guys. On a recent Causes or Cures podcast episode, I was thrilled to feature JL Keez, founder of Anorexia Unlocked, a powerful online program to help people overcome anorexia and eating disorders in general. This is a great and inspiring podcast for anyone struggling with anorexia, or any eating […]