Robin Miller's Blog
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How To Stay Safe At the Dentist's Office
On Jun 03
When it comes to our medical care, we take a certain level of safety for granted. We figure our doctors and dentists take basic steps to avoid causing infections – like washing their hands and cleaning their equipment. But sometimes news stories remind us that healthcare professionals don’t always live...Full Post -
Time To Get On Your Bike And Take A Ride!
On May 26
Are you a person with creaky joints? If you have them, then you know that they can make exercise challenging. Biking is something that you can do that is a great aerobic activity, good for maintaining a healthy weight and is just plain fun. And, it will make you feel like a kid again!
Riding a bike is good for...Full Post -
I Love My Fitbit
On May 12
A couple of months ago a patient of mine came in wearing a pedometer known as the fitbit. I was intrigued. It calculated her steps; calories burned and could be used at night to see how well she was sleeping. I decided to try it out and experience it for myself.
What I found was something that has...Full Post -
To Be Or Not To Be Fit!
On Apr 21
Today I was looking at a picture of my mother that she sent me last year when she was traveling in Cambodia. She looked fit and happy. It got me thinking about the fact that as we age we have many choices. The major one is to be or not to be fit. I saw what happens both ways in my family. Let...Full Post -
Encore! Music Really Does Soothe The Soul
On Apr 14
If I told you there is something that could improve your mood, decrease blood pressure, keep your blood flowing, lower your heart rate, calm you down, boost your immunity, and enhance your ability to learn, would you be interested?
What if I told you that it is free and does not involve medication?...Full Post -
Flowers Can Help You Feel Fantastic
On Apr 06
Here is an encore blog to help you get ready for spring, enjoy!
At my house next to our front door there is a beautiful bush filled with Daphne flowers. It smells wonderful and makes me smile on my way in and out of the house. That got me thinking. Can flowers make us happy? I did a little research...Full Post -
Listen To Your Heart
On Mar 31
Despite the fact that there has been a huge campaign to inform women about the different ways that heart attack can present, we (women) are still waiting too long to call for help. I believe that one of the reasons has to do with our nature. Most of us live in the land of denial. We do not think...Full Post -
Perspective On Weight Loss Myths
On Mar 24
A recent article in the New England Journal of Medicine dispelled certain myths and presumptions about weight loss and it has certainly given me food for thought. When translating the conclusions of this article, I think it is important to take them with a grain of salt so to speak. Sometimes, it...Full Post -
A Small Thing That Can Make A Big Difference For Your Health
On Mar 16
The connection between low magnesium and heart disease is one of the best-kept secrets in health research.
It was way back in 1957 that a study gave us evidence that low levels might cause cardiovascular problems, and research has percolated ever since. We now know that not having enough of
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Food As Medicine
On Mar 09
Recently, a friend of mine recommended coconut oil for my cracked hands and dry lips. I found a jar at the local health food store for under $10 and thought that I would give it a try. It worked like a charm. My hands are soft and my lips are no longer rough and flakey.
That got me thinking. ...Full Post
