What Did This Study Show? Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney When you were first diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor probably told you that your life will forever be changed. Among other things he or she probably told you that you would need to make some radical changes to your diet. But what changes? Both the American Diabetes Association (ADA) ...
Tips For Successful Weight Loss
Which Diet Is Best? Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney It’s the beginning of January. Weight loss season has just launched again. Like millions of Americans, you have probably set a goal to eat healthier, lose weight, or both. But which diet is best? Vegan, Paleo, Keto, 360, Intermittent Fasting, low-carb, low fat – the list is endless. And then ...
Walking Your Way To Health
How Much Should You Walk? Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney The new year is almost here. If you are like millions of Americans, you may already be making plans to join a gym, get a personal trainer, or join a spin class. The problem is these are all expensive options. And a good portion of that money is wasted. ...
Relief From Plantar Fasciitis Pain
What Causes Plantar Fasciitis Pain? Author: Julie Donnelly, LMT –The Pain Relief Expert Editor: Dr. Steve Chaney Merry Christmas I love the Christmas season. The colors, the smells, the sounds of music. I’m a vegan so turkey isn’t happening for me, but the array of deliciously prepared vegetables, and the variety of desserts always make me excited for this ...
Can Unhealthy Eating Give You Colon Cancer?
What Are Ultra-Processed Foods, And Why Might They Cause Colon Cancer? Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney The new year is almost here. If you are like millions of Americans, you may already be making a list of potential New Year’s resolutions and “checking it twice”. If weight loss and a healthier diet are important to you, you may ...
Relief From Stress Headaches
Treatment For Pain In Your Temples Author: Julie Donnelly, LMT –The Pain Relief Expert Editor: Dr. Steve Chaney Happy Thanksgiving. A Time To Count Our Blessings It’s hard to believe that the holidays are upon us, this year just flew by! Thanksgiving has come and gone. But this is still a great time of year to recap what has happened ...
500th Issue Celebration
Nutrition Breakthroughs Over The Last Two Years Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney In the nearly ten years that I have been publishing “Health Tips From The Professor”, I have tried to go behind the headlines to provide you with accurate, unbiased health information that you can trust and apply to your everyday life. The 500th issue of any publication ...
Is Your Prenatal Supplement Adequate?
What Should You Look For In A Prenatal Supplement? Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney You want to do the best for your unborn child. So, you try to find the best prenatal supplement. You may ask your doctor to recommend a prenatal supplement. You may ask your best friend what supplement she used when she was pregnant. Or ...
Is Your Doctor’s Advice Based On Good Science?
You Need To Be Your Health Advocate Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney I taught medical students for 40 years. During that time, I did my best to emphasize the importance of basing their practice on “evidence-based medicine”. So, it broke my heart when I saw recent headlines claiming that more than 90% of healthcare interventions (drugs and medical ...
Does Magnesium Protect Your Heart?
Do You Need A Magnesium Supplement? Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney Getting an adequate amount magnesium from our diet should not be a problem. Magnesium is found in a wide variety of foods with the best sources being legumes (beans), nuts, seeds, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, and dairy foods. The problem is: None of these foods contain enough ...