It seems many areas of the U.S. have been plagued by frigid temperatures lately—and that includes my home state of Florida! Right now it’s 38°, and I’ve got to tell you, the Upstate New York blood that coursed through my veins for the first 59 years of my life has definitely thinned over the last four years I’ve lived in Florida. I’m downright freezing! Not only does cold weather make many people want to hibernate until spring, but it can also increase your chances of getting sick....

  Bathroom habits are such a personal subject, aren’t they? The intimate relationship between you, your toilet bowl, and your toilet paper isn’t something most people feel comfortable discussing—especially when the conversation turns to how often you go, how easily it happens, or what your bowel movements look like. But it probably won’t surprise you that I believe this is a very important topic of conversation. So… let’s talk about your number twos. What’s Considered...

  When the average person doesn’t feel well — and rest, fluids, and OTC remedies aren’t cutting it — the next step is usually a doctor’s visit. The expectation?Answers. Relief. A clear path forward. Unfortunately, that’s not always how it plays out. It’s surprisingly common to go through extensive testing, only to be told “everything looks normal” — or worse, that it’s “all in your head.” Let’s be clear: if you don’t feel right, there...

  It’s January 6, 2026, which means if you made New Year’s resolutions, you’re officially on Day 6 of “New year, new me.” How’s it going? Hopefully your commitment to positive change is still intact! But if you’re already feeling a little shaky, you’re not alone. Quitter’s Day—typically the second Friday in January—falls on January 9th this year, and statistically, that’s when many resolutions quietly fall apart. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to...

  Our national health agencies — along with the mainstream media — seem fixated on reporting alarming statistics about the flu, COVID, RSV, and whatever else qualifies as the fear headline of the week. And yet, there’s a glaring gap in how we’re educated about true health. I’m talking about chronic disease. Currently, 60% of American adults live with at least one chronic disease, and nearly 40% have two or more. Even more alarming? Chronic...

  On this very special “Christmas Eve-Eve,” I would like to share this heartfelt message with you: Many people tend to get caught up in all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, but please try not to get stressed out. Christmas will be just as special even if you don’t get all the cookies baked or the cards sent out. (FYI—I just mailed my cards two days ago!) A casual dinner is just...