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What Causes Excessive Ear Wax?

Jun 2, 2022 · Chris Iliades, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

According to a review in the medical journal American Family Physician, the medical term for earwax is cerumen, and it serves an important function. Earwax keeps the thin layer of skin in your ear canal clean, moist, and protected from germs. Earwax is a combination of wax secreted by cerumen … Read More

What Do Antioxidant Supplements Do (And Should I Be Taking Them)?

Jun 1, 2022 · Chris Iliades, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

To understand what antioxidants do, you have to start with a little molecule called a free radical. Free radicals are naturally made in your body when your cells make energy from foods you eat and when you use energy during exercise. Free radicals can also occur when your cells are … Read More

What is Selenium and Its Benefits?

May 17, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Selenium may have caught your attention, as it’s one among many supplements that has been studied for its potential to treat a variety of conditions ranging from asthma and dandruff to infertility. While it’s true that our bodies need this essential to function properly, it takes very little to do … Read More

The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting

May 12, 2022 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

We live in a diet culture, one in which we are constantly exposed to the “next best way to weight loss.” If you’ve toyed with trying one of these trends on for size—Keto, Vegetarian, Atkins, Whole30—or if you’re the type who just dives right in, you likely already know that … Read More

Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass: Types of Bariatric Surgery

May 2, 2022 · Chris Iliades, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), there are three types of bariatric surgeries commonly done in the United States. They are called gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and adjustable gastric band. Before you consider any type of bariatric surgery, you should try diet and exercise to lose weight. If … Read More

Lung Detox or Lung Cleanse: Can You Clean Out Your Lungs Naturally?

Apr 27, 2022 · Chris Iliades, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Products that claim they can detoxify, clean, or clear your lungs can be made from herbal supplements, vitamins, essential oils, or antioxidants. These lung cleansers may come as pills, vitamins, teas, oils, or be inhaled. None of the products are FDA-approved, and neither the American Lung Association (ALA), National Center … Read More

First Aid Kit Essentials and Essential Medicines

Apr 27, 2022 · Chris Iliades, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

First aid is medical care that is done right away at the site of the injury or illness. It may be done as a short-term treatment until emergency care arrives or it may be the only treatment you need. Examples of conditions you can treat with first aid include cuts … Read More

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Symptoms of Brain Damage After Heart Attack – Is Memory Loss Permanent?

Apr 27, 2022 · Chris Iliades, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is the most common cause of death in the western world. Although most people survive a heart attack, they may be left with disabilities caused by the heart attack. In fact, a heart attack is also the leading cause of disability. Heart … Read More

What Are Partial Seizures?

Apr 26, 2022 · Chris Iliades, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a seizure is an abnormal area of activity in the brain. Depending on where the activity is located, there are two main types. If there is abnormal activity on both sides of the brain, it is called a general seizure. If … Read More

Annual Physical Exam Checklist

Mar 30, 2022 · Chris Iliades, MD · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

It can be called an annual physical exam, a general physical exam, or a wellness visit. This visit gives you a chance to connect with your health care provider, update your provider on your health, and plan for future preventive healthcare. Having a physical exam checklist is a good way … Read More

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