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Time of day may make small difference in workout results, study says

DEAR DOCTORS: I'm a 33-year-old woman in good health. The problem is that I got into some bad habits during the pandemic and gained weight. I'm back on track with diet, and now I am adding exercise. I remember reading that the time of day that women exercise makes a…

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Ruptured Achilles tendon will take time to heal

DEAR DOCTORS: I'm a 30-year-old man, and I play weekend volleyball. Last month, I jumped to spike the ball and heard a pop. There was a lot of pain; it felt like getting kicked in the calf. It was a torn Achilles tendon, and now I'm in a cast and…

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Eating earlier may curb some cravings

DEAR DOCTORS: I heard on the news about a study that says you won't get as hungry if you eat all of your meals earlier in the day. Does that have to do with the way the body clock works? It seems like circadian rhythms affect everything we do. Can…

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Junk food is engineered to taste good, not satisfy

DEAR DOCTORS: Can you please talk about what makes something count as "junk food"? My diet has been less than stellar during the pandemic, and not only did I gain weight, but I just got the news that I have prediabetes. Specifics about how those kinds of food are bad…

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Ask the Doctors: Omicron variant COVID-19 boosters are now recommended for all

More than 90% of new COVID9 cases nationwide are being caused by infection with the omicron variant. So it’s a relief that there’s a tool to fight that.

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Cardiovascular disease looks different in women than men

DEAR DOCTORS: I'm a 38-year-old woman in good health. I kept getting a tight chest while running, so my doctor did some tests. He said my heart looked fine. But when I went for a second opinion, I was diagnosed with microvascular disease. I've never even heard of that before.…

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Ask the Doctors: Study links drinking carbonated water and weight gain

One study suggests the carbon dioxide that gives fizzy water its effervescence has an effect on body chemistry that can lead to overeating.

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Study links drinking carbonated water and weight gain

DEAR DOCTORS: As part of a reducing diet, we like to drink plain carbonated water. There's no sugar in it, no additives and no sweeteners. But apparently there is a new study that says carbonated water leads to weight gain? Why would that be? Should we give it up?

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Does mum have dementia or depression?

DEAR DOCTORS: After our dad died, we realised our mum has some memory problems. Now she's having angry outbursts, which is new. It may be depression, but my brothers and I worry about dementia. We suspect it's been happening for a while and she was hiding it. How do we…

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Balance is a surprising link to overall health

DEAR DOCTORS: What's the deal with that 10-second balance test we're seeing all over the news? It doesn't seem like living longer would come down to being able to stand on one foot. Is there any science behind it, or is it just another meme?

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Ask the Doctors: CGM a useful tool for tracking blood glucose in real time

With multiple data points, a continuous glucose monitor offers a more complete picture of how your body manages blood sugar but hasn’t replaced finger sticks.

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CGM a useful tool for tracking blood glucose in real time

DEAR DOCTORS: My best friend has diabetes. She used to do finger sticks, but now she has a wearable glucose monitor. How do they work? It's got me wondering if it might be a good idea for me to use one, too. I'm 66 years old, and as I'm getting…

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Brushing your tongue could have adverse health effects

DEAR DOCTORS: I thought brushing your tongue was an important part of oral hygiene. But a friend who is a nurse says it's not a great idea. She said it has something to do with the mouth microbiome and high blood pressure. I didn't even know the mouth had a…

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Exposure to artificial light disrupts circadian rhythms

DEAR DOCTORS: I need it to be completely dark to sleep well. I've got blackout curtains, I use an analogue clock and I even duct-taped the digital lights on the smoke alarm. I just read that light at night is bad for your health. Is that true? I want my…

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Eating microwave popcorn increases the level of PFAS in body

DEAR DOCTORS: I’ve been hearing a lot about PFAS and how they have an adverse effect on our health. I read that some food wrappers, like bags for microwave popcorn, use PFAS to keep food from sticking. My kids eat microwaved popcorn almost every night. Should I be worried?

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Net carbs are carbs minus fibre and sugar alcohols

DEAR DOCTORS: I had lunch with a co-worker, and she's on a keto diet. She says she can have only 35g of carbohydrates per day. The label on the candy bar she was eating said it had 26g of carbs, which is almost her whole carb budget. But she said…

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Saliva a key defence from toxins and microorganisms

DEAR DOCTORS: Our nine-year-old loves science and has become obsessed with saliva. He recently learned in school that it helps prevent disease, and now he wants to know more. My wife and I are glad he's curious and hope you can help. What is saliva? Does it really help people…

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Ask the Doctors: Morning cup of coffee has potential health benefits

These include a lower risk of health problems including Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, chronic liver disease, Parkinson’s disease, depression, and liver and endometrial cancers.

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Widely used hospital gowns show signs of exposing workers to infection

Disposable gowns designed to deflect the splatter of bodily fluids, used in thousands of U.S. hospitals, have underperformed in recent and ongoing laboratory tests and may fall short of safety standards, leaving health care workers with a greater risk of infection than advertised.

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Enjoy that morning cup of joe and its health benefits

DEAR DOCTORS: Where do we stand on coffee these days? It seems like there's always a new study that says either coffee is healthy or that it's bad for you. I've even read that coffee helps your brain stay sharp. I love my daily morning cup and hope that the…

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Lifestyle choices can help prevent fatty liver disease

DEAR DOCTORS: My father passed away due to unexplained liver problems that we only now know was fatty liver disease. It's 20 years later, and a CT scan shows some fat in my own liver. My liver readings are normal, but I'm the same age as my father was when…

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Caffeine sensitivity grows as people age

DEAR DOCTORS: I think that as I get older, I may be developing a sensitivity to caffeine. If that's actually something that can happen, it will make me very sad. I have always loved my cup of coffee in the morning, but now I find that it makes me a…

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Ask the Doctors: Eating better, moving more help reduce Type 2 diabetes risk

Lifestyle changes — reaching a healthy weight and adopting a healthful and balanced diet — are important moves toward reducing your risk of developing the disease.

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Eating better and moving more help reduce diabetes risk

DEAR DOCTORS: Does Type 2 diabetes run in the family? My dad and sister both have it, and I'm worried I'm next. We are a meat-and-potatoes family, and I've got a sweet tooth. I want to lose weight and eat healthier. Would a more plant-based diet help? What else can…

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Balance begins to decline as early as age 50

DEAR DOCTORS: Can you help with a debate my wife and I are having about good balance? I say it's about staying strong and flexible. She thinks it has to do with your inner ear. We're arguing about this because her dad, who is 75 and in good health, has…

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