Published August 9, 2017

Many people assume that their cancer risk comes down to two factors: their genes and their lifestyle. While that's true in a sense, these two aspects are much more intertwined than that. That's because lifestyle factors can actually affect how our genes express themselves, through a process of epigenetic changes. This means that even if you have a gene that's linked to cancer risk, it may never be turned "on" if you lead a healthy lifestyle. Conversely, poor decisions can turn "off" healthy gene expression, creating a perfect storm of cancer risk. 

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Published August 7, 2017

Don't get sunburned. We hear that all the time. But here's one you don't hear all the time: Don't use sunscreen. Yes, you heard me right. According to a new study published in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association using sunscreen could be one of our worst habits.

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Published August 4, 2017

You've likely heard the expression "robbing Peter to pay Paul." In my opinion, this is what many prescription drugs do. They might relieve one concern, but they often do so by robbing your health in other areas. It often takes a long time for the voice of reason (and research) to drown out the claims of the pharmaceutical companies. But I'm always relieved when it does. That's what's beginning to happen with a commonly prescribed drug used to treat an enlarged prostate condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). 

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