Recent Posts in Health and Wellness Kick for a Cure Posted on Nov 11, 2019 Kick for a Cure A Torrance-based women’s soccer club went pink this fall to spread breast cancer awareness. Active on social media, they encourage women to take control of their health and join ... Read More Cancer Awareness Month: Fact or Myth #4 Posted on Oct 28, 2019 Myth or Fact? Cancer feeds on sugar. This popular thought is actually a MYTH. This misconception may have originated from a medical test that uses glucose (sugar) to trace cancer cells. Glucose is a ... Read More Cancer Awareness Month: Fact or Myth #3 Posted on Oct 21, 2019 Cancer Awareness Month: Fact or Myth #3 Being overweight or obese increases your risk for developing cancer. FACT. This statement holds true. According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 1.7 ... Read More Cancer Awareness Month: Debunked Myth #2 Posted on Oct 14, 2019 Cancer Awareness Month: Debunked Myth #2 Soy products increase the risk of cancer. MYTH. Soy-based foods are a popular alternative for those who want to reduce or eliminate meat from their diet. The ... Read More It's Open Enrollment Time. It Can Be Daunting. There is Help. Posted on Oct 9, 2019 It’s Open Enrollment Time. It Can Be Daunting. There is Help. Written by John Ferrari It’s Annual Medicare Enrollment Period (also called Open Enrollment), which runs from October 15 to ... Read More Why You Need A Primary Care Physician Posted on Oct 9, 2019 Why You Need A Primary Care Physician When it comes to medical decisions, your primary care doctor is your first stop. Choosing the right primary care physician (PCP) is an important decision for you ... Read More The 5-STEPS of a BREAST SELF-EXAM Posted on Oct 8, 2019 The 5-STEPS of a BREAST SELF-EXAM STEP 1: Begin by looking at your breasts in the mirror with your shoulders straight and your arms on your hips. Here's what you should look for: Breasts that are ... Read More Cancer Awareness Month: Debunked Myth #1 Posted on Oct 7, 2019 Cancer Awareness Month: Debunked Myth #1 An acidic environment promotes cancer. MYTH. A frequently asked question regarding food and cancer survivorship relates to whether acidic foods increase cancer ... Read More How To Avoid Common Nutritional Pitfalls During The Holiday Season Posted on Oct 1, 2019 Written By Dani Rodriguez-Brindicci, Director of Clinical Nutrition at Torrance Memorial As the holidays approach, so does an abundance of tempting and fat-laden treats and sweets. The average ... Read More Confoundingly Complex Posted on Oct 1, 2019 Written By Melissa Bean Sterzick From the sinus headache that feels like nails in the nose to a stress headache that binds up the neck and shoulders, the icy grip of brain freeze or a migraine that is ... Read More What is GERD? An Overview of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Posted on Oct 1, 2019 Everyone experiences heartburn once in a while, usually after a large or spicy meal. Most people just pop a few antacids, but for some, over-the-counter medications aren’t enough. If you ... Read More A Balancing Act Posted on Aug 20, 2019 As far back as she can recall, Aley Arredondo, a registered nurse and patient safety specialist at Torrance Memorial, had been “heavy.” But because she exercised regularly, she always told ... Read More Time to Get Your Feet Wet Posted on Aug 6, 2019 Time to Get Your Feet Wet! 6 water sports you probably haven’t tried yet It’s summertime! Finally. Long, warm days and extra hours to try something new. Haven’t you gazed enviously ... Read More Ask the Doctor: Why is Vitamin D So Important to My Health? Posted on Aug 6, 2019 Ask the Doctor: Why is Vitamin D So Important to My Health? In the last decade or so, we’ve learned more about the relationship between vitamin D and human health. As more medical research ... Read More Zest for Life Posted on Aug 6, 2019 Forever Paddling Physical therapist and prone paddleboarder Donna Jo O’Brien is in it for the long run. Donna Jo “DJ” O’Brien knows that sometimes the best medicine is as ... Read More Foods that Boost Skin Health Posted on Jul 29, 2019 By Corinne Glazer, RDN Clinical Outpatient Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Summer is here! Bring on the long hot days, the bright summer sun, and the fun days at the beach! Lounging out in the hot ... Read More Urge Surfing: Learning to Ride the Waves of Your Urges and Cravings Posted on Jul 15, 2019 By Kristen Hung, MPH, RDN As you head off to the beach this summer to enjoy the sunshine and warm weather, take a moment to watch the surfers. See how a surfer catches a wave, rises and glides on the ... Read More Had Enough To Drink? Posted on Jul 1, 2019 There’s no question water is essential and necessary for our survival. Our bodies are made up of 60% water, and it’s the major component of most body parts. The brain and heart, for ... Read More Breathe Deep Posted on Jun 26, 2019 With an estimated 50 million to 70 million Americans suffering from some kind of sleep disorder, we’re clearly a country in trouble. Researchers have found chronic sleep deprivation can be as ... Read More Ask the Doctor: Am I at Risk for Skin Cancer? Posted on Jun 26, 2019 It’s summertime! And we humans naturally want to spend more time outdoors. While it’s tempting to underestimate your chances of getting skin cancer, it happens to be the most common type ... Read More Beat BBQ Season This Summer with These Healthy Tips Posted on Jun 26, 2019 By Carine Sidhom, MS, RDN Summer is here! School is out, the sun is shining, and the beach is buzzing. Alas, barbecue season is upon us. Barbecues, potlucks and summer celebrations all call for fun ... Read More Doc's Corner: The 7 Habits of Happy People Posted on Jun 6, 2019 Summer is here, and the year is winding down. This will be my last column of the school year and I want to thank Dr. Linsey Gotanda and the principals of each school for letting me share my thoughts ... Read More Prime Time: 10 Ways to Age Gracefully Posted on Apr 1, 2019 Written by Panteha Rezaeian, MD 1. Love your heart Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. High cholesterol, high blood pressure (hypertension), high blood sugar (diabetes) and genetics ... Read More Nothing to Sneeze At Posted on Apr 1, 2019 Allergies affect more than 50 million people in the United States. This time of year, thoughts often turn to seasonal or environmental allergies caused by substances like pollen, mold, dust and animal ... Read More Why Is Exercise So Important For Seniors? Posted on Apr 1, 2019 It’s a fact: These days, we are living longer than ever before. And as we age, most of us look for ways to not just live longer but to also live well. One of the best ways to do that, says ... Read More 226 results found. Viewing page 1 of 10. Go to page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Next