Dr. John Hobson, MDVIP

Drinking coffee may lower your risk of several types of cancers—including, new research suggests, skin cancer. Find out how.
http://www.mdvip.com/community/blog/view/is-coffee-the-next-method-of-preventing-skin-cancer

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Sun exposure is probably the biggest culprit in skin aging. But you can slow down the skin’s aging process by exercising. Learn more.
http://mdvip.mymedicalforum.com/conversation/can-exercise-slow-down-skin-aging

Can Exercise Slow Down Skin Aging? Exercise slows down the “internal” aging by improving blood vessel function, heart health and reducing inflammation, but what does it do for the part that everyone sees – your skin? The results of a new study shows exercise may help kee

Wishing all Father's a wonderful day!

For a healthy edition to your , try this quick and easy recipe for Garden Pasta Salad. http://www.mdvip.com/living-well/garden-pasta-salad

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This recipe for Cherry, Wild Rice & Quinoa Salad can be used as a main or side dish & may help you sleep as quinoa contains tryptophan, wild rice can trigger serotonin production & cherries are one of the few foods that have melatonin. http://www.mdvip.com/living-well/cherry-wild-rice-quinoa-salad

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If you suffer with , cognitive behavioral therapy may be more effective than sleeping pills. Learn more about cognitive behavioral therapy.
http://mdvip.mymedicalforum.com/conversation/best-treatment-for-chronic-insomnia-is-cognitive-behavioral-therapy

Best treatment for chronic insomnia is cognitive behavioral therapy I'm having trouble trying to sleepI'm counting sheep but running outAs time ticks by …And still I try …—”Brain Stew” by Green Day from the album InsomniacSleep that knits up the raveled sleave of care,The death of each day'

The foods you eat – especially before bed – can affect how well you sleep. Here are some dos and don’ts for dinner foods and bedtime snacks.
http://mdvip.mymedicalforum.com/conversation/news-feed-sleep-friendly-dinners-and-bedtime-snacks-and-how-lack-of-sleep-affects-your-appetite

News Feed: Sleep-Friendly Dinners and Bedtime Snacks — and How Lack of Sleep Affects Your Appetite

With ’s disease on the rise, more and more Americans are focusing on brain health. However, there is a tactic that is commonly overlooked – maintaining .
http://www.mdvip.com/community/blog/view/keep-your-brain-fit-by-keeping-your-gut-healthy

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Researchers believe that the characteristics of the Mediterranean diet can protect against type-2 diabetes more so than weight control. Continue reading to learn more.
http://mdvip.mymedicalforum.com/conversation/low-carb-mediterranean-diet-protects-against-type-2-diabetes

Low-carb, Mediterranean diet protects against type 2 diabetes Eating a Mediterranean diet - along with cutting carbs - can help protect against type 2 diabetes, a new Italian study reveals. Voted as one of the best diabetes diets of 2013 by U.S. News, the eating plan emphasizes whole grains, fresh fruits, legumes

Happy New Year to all!

If you have started planning your ’s resolutions & healthier eating is on list, consider these easy-to-follow suggestions. http://bit.ly/1U0phnS

Are juice fasts a healthy way to lose weight? - EatingWell Discover eating well - with healthy recipes, healthy eating, healthy cooking, healthy diet recipes, weight loss recipes and healthy menus from EatingWell Magazine.

Wishing everyone a very healthy, and happy Christmas holiday!

Delicious, healthy holiday recipes for last minute plans!

EatingWell provides all of the recipes for the MDVIP patient portal nutrition site.

Our Best-Ever Christmas Recipes & Menus

Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!

5 ways to have a healthier Thanksgiving!

http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20545918,00.html

5 Ways to Have a Healthier Thanksgiving Have a healthier Thanksgiving with Tina Haupert's tips for avoiding holiday weight gain.

“While only one day of the year is dedicated solely to honoring our veterans, Americans must never forget the sacrifices that many of our fellow countrymen have made to defend our country and protect our freedoms.” --Randy Neugebauer

Many people believe cancer is a result of a DNA mutation possibly caused by factors like environmental radiation/toxins, poor diet or just bad luck. However, some bouts of cancer may be linked to the manner in which cancer cells produce energy. http://bit.ly/1X9uH2t

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Results of our Boomer Health Survey are in! Learn about the current state of boomer health, boomers’ frustrations with today’s system and their primary care experiences.

2015 State Of Boomer Health Survey - MDVIP In a recent national survey on behalf of MDVIP, boomers open up about the current state of their health and their frustrations with today’s system.

If you are struggling with allergies, a new study suggested that foods high in probiotics may help control them. Learn more from this article on Connect.
http://mdvip.mymedicalforum.com/conversation/for-allergies-try-probiotics

For Allergies, Try Probiotics Probiotics, live microorganisms much touted for their health benefits, could help alleviate the symptoms of allergies, if researchers at Vanderbilt University are right about their assumptions. The researchers, who reviewed 23 previously published studies

This interview w/MDVIP-affiliate Dr. Lou Malinow explains the importance of spending time w/patients to develop strong doctor-patient relationships. Before MDVIP he practiced good medicine. However, because he had over 3K patients, he would see between 25-30/day, spending only about 15 minutes w/them. Now, with a smaller practice he can give patients what they really need, which is time. Learn how his switch benefited his patients. http://bit.ly/1h31Woi

The dollars and sense of Concierge medicine It's a segment of the healthcare industry that's growing, but many people still don't know about it. Known under a variety of names, from private physicians to concierge medicine, some doctors & patients say it's a better way to handle primary care.

Wishing my friends, family and patients a very Happy Mother's Day!

The low-fat ingredients in this for Baked Apple-Cinnamon French Toast make this a healthy option for a . http://bit.ly/1E2brI5

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Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Celebrate with these healthy recipes from Eating Well.

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/recipe_slideshows/healthy_cinco_de_mayo_recipes

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If you celebrate Cinco de Mayo, try this MDVIP recipe for "SKINNY" guacamole!

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