Category Archives: Medical News

The Ghost of Christmas Future

Posted on February 14, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

by John A. Rumberger, PhD, MD, FACC – Director of Cardiac Imaging, The PrincetonLongevityCenter The classic tale about the past, present, and future redemption of Ebenezer Scrooge in Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ teaches lessons to all.  One of the most … Continue reading →

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FDA Evaluating Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack from FDA-Approved Physician Prescribed Testosterone Products

Posted on February 10, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

By John A. Rumberger, MD PhD, FACC The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating the risk of stroke, myocardial infarction (heart attack or MI), and death in men taking physician prescribed and FDA-approved testosterone supplements. The FDA has … Continue reading →

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Craving Comfort Foods?

Posted on February 7, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

By Staci O’Connor MS, RD, CLC, CDN Now that winter has arrived in full-force, spend some time indoors cooking some of your favorite comfort foods!  Here are a few popular foods with tips on how to make them healthier! Chicken … Continue reading →

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Give your kitchen a makeover!

Posted on February 4, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

Start off on the right foot this New Year and give your kitchen a healthy makeover!  By Staci O’Connor MS, RD, CLC, CDN For busy people, a well-stocked pantry and a clean refrigerator is a must.  A kitchen makeover is … Continue reading →

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Movements Not Muscles

Posted on January 31, 2014 by cvolgraf

Many people are looking for the perfect workout…you know the workout that maximizes lean mass gains, improves mobility and stability and burns the most fat. Sometimes we need to keep things simple with our workouts to achieve all three.  I … Continue reading →

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Runner’s Knee– Do you Suffer from it?

Posted on January 13, 2014 by kbaldyga2013

Many individuals engaging in high intensity exercise involving jumping, running, cycling and more usually put a high amount of stress on the knee.  A large part of that stress usually targets the front of the knee, the patella.  You do … Continue reading →

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New Years Resolutions… How to Keep Them Going

Posted on January 8, 2014 by kbaldyga2013

The start of the new year is always a big time for setting new goals, beginning a new workout regimen or making resolutions.  More often than not, those goals and habits do not stick around for too long.  Make the … Continue reading →

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A Healthier Thanksgiving

Posted on November 27, 2013 by fairfaxrd

It’s easy to overindulge on Thanksgiving since it’s a day focused on eating.  Here are some tips to help you enjoy a healthier holiday.  1. Don’t Go Hungry. Many people either eat very little or forgo eating in anticipation of … Continue reading →

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Stay Fit During the Holidays

Posted on November 22, 2013 by kbaldyga2013

It is hard to fit the gym or a long workout in around the holidays with everything else on your To-Do list.  Here are 25 exercises you can do at home with no equipment—just your body weight! Squats Pushups Triceps … Continue reading →

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Barre Workouts Aren’t Just For Dancers

Posted on November 22, 2013 by kbaldyga2013

Ballet inspired classes and studios are popping up everywhere promising a workout to tone and lift, but not add bulk.  Getting lean, sculpted muscles like a ballerina and a strong core are major selling points for these workouts.  Celebrities swear … Continue reading →

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