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Really, It's Okay to Eat Eggs
By Louis B Malinow, M.D.
MDVIP
November 17, 2020
Eggs are okay to eat
If you pay attention to nutrition news, you’ve probably heard just about everything about eggs. The good, the bad and the half-boiled! Here’s the latest: Eggs aren’t the pariah they once were.  In January 2020, the journal Circulation published a science advisory from American Heart… See more
The Protein Paradox: Too Much or Too Little Protein Can Cause Problems
November 17, 2020
Are High Protein Diets Healthy?
In 2003 a new weight loss fad began emerging—high protein diets. For a while, these high-protein, low-carb diets seemed like the Holy Grail of weight loss. Over time, many people found these diets difficult to sustain and associated with some health issues. The diets fell out of favor as a… See more
Why I Recommend Olive Oil
By Louis B Malinow, M.D.
MDVIP
November 17, 2020
Olive oil health benefits
I encourage my patients to increase healthy fat intake. Along with fish, certain nuts and seeds, avocado, and even a few saturated fats like coconut oil, I strongly advocate for daily intake of extra virgin olive oil. Most patients know that olive oil is healthy, but are confused about how to… See more
How to Shop Healthy at the Grocery Store
November 17, 2020
Shop with a grocery list
Now that you’ve gotten to know your grocery store better, it’s time to put your new knowledge to the test. Before you shop, read through these eight tips to make your experience a little healthier.

Make a list and stick to it.

It may sound trite, but shopping with a grocery list is a… See more
Moderna’s Coronavirus Vaccine Also Has High Effectiveness Rate
November 17, 2020
Here's how mRNA vaccines work.
Another company says its coronavirus vaccine is more than 90 percent effective. Moderna, which is most of the way through phase 3 testing on a vaccine to prevent COVID-19, says its mRNA vaccine has reached 95 percent efficacy in preventing coronavirus infections. The data is preliminary.
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Food for Thought: How to Eat for Brain Health
November 14, 2020
Following the elements of Mediterranean diet can help your brain's health.
Like exercise, nutrition is an important component of maintaining your brain health. Studies show that following the right diet and eating the right foods can help improve your cognitive function.  While certain foods are commonly associated with a healthier brain, we know that a healthy… See more
Behavioral Therapies May Be More Effective in Reducing Inflammation in the Body
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
November 13, 2020
Cognitive behavioral therapy my help reduce inflammation.
Chronic inflammation has been linked to chronic diseases, autoimmune disorders, musculoskeletal pain, mental health issues and gut biome-related problems. And while medications are often the treatment of choice in lowering inflammation, psychological and… See more
Indulging in Just One High-Fat Meal Can Impair Your Ability to Focus
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
November 13, 2020
High-fat meals can lead to a loss of focus.
When you’re stressed out, indulging in your favorite, high-fat comfort foods may hit the spot. But doing so may interfere with your ability to concentrate, according to a study published in … See more
Two Coronavirus Vaccines Are 95% Effective, But When Can You Get One?
November 11, 2020
Pfizer's covid-19 vaccine is up to 90 percent effective, the company say.
In what could be a major leap forward in vaccine development for COVID-19, both Pfizer and Moderna have announced  their vaccines are 95 percent effective in preventing the coronavirus. This efficacy is far and above the 50 percent required by the Food and Drug Administration for approval… See more
Don’t Invite Coronavirus to Your Holidays
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
MDVIP
November 9, 2020
Don't invite COVID-19 to your 2020 holiday gatherings. Here's how.
If you’re feeling like the virus will never end, you’re not alone. We’re now entering our ninth month since the pandemic officially began —nine months without normalcy.This consistent black cloud we’re under has consequences: a boom in mental health issues, social isolation and constant stress. Now… See more

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