

By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I have recently been diagnosed with diverticulosis. I am researching which foods to avoid and which to eat – however, I’m getting conflicting information. Can you clear this up for me? A: Diverticulosis is very common, especially in those over the…read more
Categories: Diverticulitis
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
In the 1960’s, successful British surgeon Denis Burkitt traveled to Uganda to undertake a medical mission among the African native population. There, he characterized a rare form of cancer, eventually to be named “Burkitt’s lymphoma.” But Burkitt is probably best…read more
Categories: Diverticulitis
Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
Once again, consumers have been regaled with misleading headlines about the alleged harms of red…
Q: How do I determine what’s a healthy weight for me? I’m a 49-year-old female…
“Make sure you stay well hydrated!” As a health imperative, it seems a little lightweight—unless…
Preventing Medication Related Errors with Dr. Hedva Barenholtz Levy, Part 1
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