Dr. Alex Jimenez

Fiber-Rich Diet May Lower Osteoarthritis Risk

A diet rich in fiber can help reduce knee pain, and the risk of developing painful osteoarthritis, according to a… Read More

May 23, 2017

Osteoporosis Prevention: 5-Point Plan to Stop Bone Loss

Osteoporosis and low bone mass, which puts folks at increased risk of this debilitating disease, affects a whopping 54 million… Read More

May 23, 2017

Woman Who Lost 130 lbs. Shares Photo of Her Loose Skin: I Don’t Want to Sugarcoat Anything

This article originally appeared on People.com. Jordaan Spark was 250 lbs. when she married her husband, and never thought he would be… Read More

May 22, 2017

With Mental Health Problems, Fitness Is Tied to Reduced Risk of Death

For men experiencing emotional distress like depression, anxiety or thoughts of suicide, having high cardiorespiratory fitness may cut the risk… Read More

May 22, 2017

Ashwagandha: Ancient Indian Herb Treats Modern Illnesses

The herb ashwagandha is one of the most important herbs in Ayurveda, a form of natural Indian folk medicine. It… Read More

May 22, 2017

Sleep Loss Increases Risk of Obesity

Losing sleep increases the risk of becoming obese, according to a Swedish study. Researchers from Uppsala University say a lack… Read More

May 22, 2017

Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids Could Slow Aging

New US research has found evidence that including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in the diet can help to promote healthy brain… Read More

May 22, 2017

Numbing the Pain of Peripheral Neuropathy

What causes Charcot foot? This is a condition associated with people who have neuropathy, or severely damaged nerves in their… Read More

May 21, 2017

Low Dairy Consumption Tied to Early Menopause

Women in their early 40s with the highest intake of vitamin D and calcium from food sources may have a… Read More

May 19, 2017

Diarrhea From Swimming Pools Rising

As warm weather approaches, U.S. health officials are warning that outbreaks of diarrhea caused by swallowing swimming pool water containing… Read More

May 19, 2017

Vision Problems Growing Among Preschoolers

A growing number of U.S. children may develop vision problems before they reach kindergarten, according to a study that suggests… Read More

May 19, 2017

Swallowable Balloons Work to Curb Obesity: Study

Weight-loss balloons swallowed rather than surgically inserted in the stomach were shown to be safe and effective in preliminary trials,… Read More

May 18, 2017

Two Weeks on the Couch Can Trigger Body’s Decline

Taking a short break from an active lifestyle may do more harm than most people might think, a new study… Read More

May 18, 2017

Fasting: Pros and Cons for Weight Loss

Proponents of intermittent fasting contend that this popular way to lose weight is better than conventional dieting. But this type… Read More

May 18, 2017

Teen Dies of Caffeine Overdose

A coffee, a caffeinated and an energy soda proved a deadly combination for a South Carolina teenager who died within… Read More

May 17, 2017

Red Meat Increases Death Risk

Eating red meat increases your risk of death from nine diseases, according to a new study. Researchers tracked the diet… Read More

May 17, 2017

Lactose Intolerance Linked to Low Vitamin D

People who are genetically intolerant to lactose, the main sugar found in milk and dairy products, have lower than average… Read More

May 17, 2017

Actor Antonio Sabato Touting Hormone Therapy

Actor Antonio Sabato, Jr., was suffering from depression, mood swings, and just feeling a tremendous loss of energy until he… Read More

May 16, 2017

Shift Work May Dampen a Man’s Sex Life

Male shift workers listen up: Two new studies link sleep disorders common in these men to urinary problems and erectile… Read More

May 16, 2017