A group of U.K. researchers have discovered a surprisingly new benefit of sunlight – lowering blood pressure! In a study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, the researchers found that sunlight activates nitric oxide present in large… Continue Reading
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Sunscreen Safety – Follow the Aloha
Is sunscreen safe? Is it really the best sun protection? We take sunscreen safety for granted because public health officials have done a stellar job educating the public about the dangers of excess sun exposure. But few people… Continue Reading
Make Your 2014 Resolutions
It’s that time again when people start thinking about new year resolutions. This time, instead of just vowing to lose X number of pounds, how about vowing as well to be healthier in 2014, and to slow down… Continue Reading
Can You Slow Down Aging?
Myth: You can’t slow down aging. Fact: You can definitely stay healthier longer and enjoy a better quality of life. My Recommendation: It’s not rocket science. Make smart lifestyle choices. As a cardiologist and anti–aging specialist, I have… Continue Reading