Dr. Anthony Komaroff
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There are services to help seniors stay independentMar 17, 2014 5:45 am - Q: My mother lives alone. She refuses to consider assisted living and insists on remaining in her home. Are there services that can help my mother remain independent in ...
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Retrain your taste buds to reduce sugar in your dietMar 09, 2014 11:00 pm - Q: I'd like to cut down on the amount of sugar in my diet. Any suggestions? A: Cutting back on sugar will be good for your health. Not only will it help you manage your...
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Regular exercise helps prevent episodes of back painFeb 24, 2014 4:45 am - Q: I'm recovering from an episode of low back pain. How quickly (or slowly) should I resume my normal activities? I don't want to reinjure my back. A: You're right: It'...
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Trans fats may soon be eliminated from all foodsFeb 17, 2014 4:45 am - Q: I see trans fats listed on food labels, and I've read that the FDA may ban them. Can you remind me what trans fats are, and why they're bad for me? A: Trans fats are...
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Boost your energy with good diet and exerciseFeb 03, 2014 5:00 am - Q: Do energy-boosting foods and beverages work? Are they safe? A: A multitude of herbs, supplements, soft drinks and so-called energy drinks claim to boost energy. Here...
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Partner with your physician to manage your medsJan 27, 2014 5:00 am - Q: I’m in my 70s. Like many women my age, I’m on several medications. Should I be actively managing them? Or can I leave that to my doctor? A: Many older adults are on a...
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Dress right, stay dry to reduce chances of frostbiteJan 20, 2014 5:00 am - Q: My kids love to play outside, even in the cold and snow. How can I protect them from frostbite? A: Frostbite, ironically, results from the body's attempt to protect ...
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Advancing age, blocked nasal passages affect sense of tasteJan 13, 2014 5:00 am - Q: I’ve lost my sense of taste within the past few months. I take medicine for high blood pressure — could that be the reason? A: It could be, but there are other possi...
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Take preventive steps to avoid recurrence of bursitisJan 06, 2014 5:00 am - Q: I have knee bursitis. What is bursitis? What can I do to relieve my discomfort? A: A bursa is a sac-like structure that sits over large joints such as the knee or hi...
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People with Type 2 Diabetes must monitor blood sugar levelDec 23, 2013 5:00 am - Q: I have Type 2 diabetes, and I check my blood sugar levels every day. Why do I need to have my HbA1c levels tested every few months? A: Diabetes is marked by high lev...