Category Archives: Medical News

Sleep and Exercise – Kimberly Baldyga

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Gail Wikler RD CDN

When it comes to the topic of exercise and sleep, which comes first: the pillow or the sneakers?  Many times a common factor in preventing someone from exercising is that they are too tired, but exercise may actually help you … Continue reading →

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Research access at a big price?

Posted on February 7, 2012 by cvolgraf

Here at the Princeton Longevity Center, it is our job to keep up on the latest research in all aspects of health related fields, so we can disseminate sound advice, based on the studies and research performed in the US … Continue reading →

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3 Common Muscular Imbalances and Strategies to Correct Them

Posted on January 31, 2012 by keburns

Is muscular imbalance causing your back or neck pain or leading to a potential injury? As an Exercise Physiologist at PLC, one of my roles is to screen patients for muscular imbalances.  These imbalances are not limited to athletes and … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolutions: Making Healthy Changes Last

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Gail Wikler RD CDN

As the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, many people have a laundry list of resolutions to achieve in the New Year. Many of these resolutions are health related, such as losing weight, eating healthier and participating in more regular … Continue reading →

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The Truth About Radiation Risks From Medical Imaging

Posted on January 23, 2012 by David A Fein, MD

Much has been written in recent years about the potential harm from radiation associated with medical imaging, such as CT Scans.  These sources have tended to assume as proven fact that the radiation doses associated with medical imaging are harmful … Continue reading →

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What is the DASH Diet?

Posted on January 12, 2012 by karenplcdietitian

The DASH diet was just named the “best diet overall” by U.S. News & World Report in its “2012 Best Diets Rankings”. What is the DASH Diet? The DASH Diet stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.  It was designed … Continue reading →

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Not all Breakfast Cereals are Created Equal

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Gail Wikler RD CDN

Interesting article about the sugar content in many commonly consumed breakfast cereals. Several patients at PLC report that they eat their childrens’ breakfast cereal out of convenience (and for taste). However, neither adults nor children should be consuming these types … Continue reading →

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Peanut Butter – really a health food?

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Gail Wikler RD CDN

There has been a great debate whether nuts and nut butters are considered a healthy food choice. With a food label that reveals a high calorie and high fat content, are nut butters such as peanut butter REALLY a healthy … Continue reading →

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Recipe of the Week — Butternut Squash Bread Pudding

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Gail Wikler RD CDN

  A perfect side dish during the winter months that blends a touch of sweet with salty to make a melt in your mouth, yet still low fat, bread pudding. Butternut squash is an excellent source of Vitamin A and … Continue reading →

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Mobility Before Exercise

Posted on November 10, 2011 by kmillerplc

Mobility Before Exercise By: Kristen L. Miller, MS Mobility is one of those often overlooked aspects of fitness.  Spending time on mobility, before and after a workout, can save you years of pain, rehab and possibly even surgery.  Mobility involves … Continue reading →

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