Optimizing Protein Intake For Seniors

The Role Of Muscle Protein In Energy Metabolism  Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney  We’ve been told, It’s all downhill after 30.” That may or may not be true depending on the lifestyle choices we make. But for muscle mass, “It’s all downhill after 50!” Simply put, we start to lose muscle mass at an accelerating pace after 50, a ...

Is Fluoride Safe For Pregnant Women?

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What Does This Study Mean For You?  Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney  Fluoridation of drinking water has always been controversial. On one side you have the dental and medical community who claim that fluoridation is a great public health advance. Their claim is that it strengthens teeth and prevents tooth decay with minimal risk to the public. Although ...

Treatment For Shin Splints

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What Causes Shin Splints? Author: Julie Donnelly, LMT – The Pain Relief Expert Editor: Dr. Steve Chaney July is here and Florida is hot! The “Snowbirds” have gone north to the cooler weather (a goal of mine!) and life is moving in the slow lane. For me, the slow down time is giving me the opportunity to work on ...

Are Omega-3 Supplements Safe?

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The Flaws And Blind Spots In This Study Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney Has the omega-3 pendulum swung again? The recent headlines are downright scary. For example: “Fish Oil May Increase the Risk of Stroke and Heart Conditions.” “Fish Oil Supplements May Cause Harm, Study Finds. Is It Time to Ditch Them?” “Fish Oil Supplements May Lead to ...

Do Optimists Live Longer?

What Does This Study Mean For You?  Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney  You have probably heard the statement that optimists live longer before. In fact, you have probably heard so many times you assume it must be true. But is it a myth or is it the truth? This question is important because it can affect how people feel ...

Relief From Headaches And Shoulder Pain

Treating Your Levator Scapulae Muscle Author: Julie Donnelly, LMT – The Pain Relief Expert Editor: Dr. Steve Chaney This newsletter is moving into the 21st century!  Everyone has been pushing me to get into videos, but I’m often a dinosaur and I could relate to just text and photos, so I pushed back.  And finally, I saw the ...

Does EPA Reduce Migraine Frequency?

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What Causes Migraines And The Role Of Omega-3s In Prevention Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney Migraines can be debilitating. And they affect millions of Americans. According to a recent survey 17.1% of women and 5.6% of men in the United States suffer migraine symptoms. Symptoms range from frequent headaches to visual disturbances, nausea and vomiting, extreme light and sound ...

How Much Leucine Do Seniors Need?

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Where Can Seniors Find The Protein And Leucine They Need? Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney  Most Americans lose lean muscle mass as they age, a physiological process called sarcopenia. There are three factors that influence the rate at which we lose muscle mass as we age: Our physiology changes. Our bodies break down our protein stores more rapidly ...

Is The Mediterranean Diet Healthy For Women?

What Does This Study Mean For You?  Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney  There is a well-known health disparity in clinical studies related to health. For years most of the studies have been done by men for men. Women have been assumed to experience the same benefits and risks from diet choices as men. But that hasn’t always proven ...

Is It TMJ Or Simply Your Digastric Muscle?

Treating Your Digastric Muscle Author: Julie Donnelly, LMT – The Pain Relief Expert Editor: Dr. Steve Chaney How wonderful, it’s May!  I especially love May when I’m up north and the flowers are all blooming, the air feels fresh, and people come out to enjoy the lovely weather. Here in Florida, it’s just starting to get hot.  Most of ...

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