F. Michael Gloth, III

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What is the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin A?

Vitamin A is fat-soluble and -- once present in the body -- it takes months to become depleted.... Full Answer

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Is the cost of nursing homes competitive?

Competition, as we typically recognize in business, does not apply to older adult medicine, in

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Are assisted living facilities regulated by the federal government?

Fortunately, the excessive federal and state regulatory environment for nursing homes has

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What is long-term care insurance?

Like other types of insurance long-term care policies provide some degree of coverage for

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What are the different long-term care options?

Long-term care encompasses multiple options in the United States. Commonly recognized options

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How many calories should I eat to lose weight?

Everyone is unique. Depending on your age, weight, and -- to some extent -- your body type, you'll... Full Answer

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How can exercise promote longevity?

Many people equate a good diet with good health, but exercise can claim as much, or more, benefit... Full Answer

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What foods should I avoid when on blood pressure-lowering drugs?

If you take medications affecting blood pressure, such as amiodarone (Cordarone), astemizole... Full Answer

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What foods should I avoid if I take anti-anxiety medicine?

If you take monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors such as phenelzine (Nardil) or tranylcypromine... Full Answer

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What foods should I avoid if I take antifungal medication?

If you take antifungals such as fluconazole (Diflucan), griseofulvin (Grifulvin), ketoconazole... Full Answer

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What foods should I avoid if I take antibiotics?

If you take quinolones (antibiotics) such as ciprofloxacin (Cipro), levofloxacin (Levaquin),... Full Answer

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What foods should I avoid if I take blood thinners?

If you take warfarin (Coumadin) (commonly referred to as "blood thinners," these drugs are used to... Full Answer

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What foods should I avoid if I take theophylline?

If you take theophylline (used to treat some respiratory diseases), avoid:
  • High fat
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How do sugar-free foods affect digestion?

Sorbitol is commonly used as a cathartic to induce a bowel movement; it is commonly found in... Full Answer

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How is lactose intolerance treated?

Treatment of lactose intolerance involves either avoiding lactose or taking a product such as... Full Answer

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