Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
Word Games
Recently, my daughter introduced me to Wordscapes, one of the many free addictive word games that we can play on our phones. The goal is...
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Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Mar 24
Vegetables
Like many of our mothers, I find myself telling my patients to eat more vegetables. Why? Because a diet rich in vegetables can lower...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Mar 6
Health Made Simple
How can we live a long and healthy life? We are stuck with the genes that we’re born with. Even our environment may be largely out of our...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Mar 1
Virtual Reality
Many of us have had some exposure to virtual reality; perhaps through gaming, or in an escape room. VR is now finding a home in health...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Feb 9
Donating Blood
Allow me to put in a plug for the American Red Cross and for donating blood. Every day, blood donors help people of all ages: accident...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Dec 23, 2022
Health Scams
Throughout the ages there have been those who prey on unsuspecting and desperate people. Con artists have sold shady pills, potions, and...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Dec 9, 2022
Viruses and Cancer
What causes cancer? In many cases, we have no idea. However, viruses, which most people think of as causing a nasty cold, have been...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Nov 10, 2022
Blood Sugar
Every day without exception, I find myself discussing the many ways in which my patients can lower their blood sugar. Did you know that...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Oct 7, 2022
Acupuncture
Some of my patients, in addition to seeing me regularly, seek out acupuncture treatments. What is this ancient practice, and what does...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Aug 12, 2022
Weight Loss
In my practice, not a day goes by without a request for weight loss drugs. Obesity has become an enormous (no pun intended) problem in...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- Jun 9, 2022
Diverticulosis
This may surprise you: Diverticulosis is seen in some 30%-50% of adults over the age of 60. It is usually found in the lining of the...
Alan Frischer, MD, MPH
- May 28, 2022
Baking Soda
There is a small item in most of our pantries which comes in handy for a number of uses, whether related to health, cleaning, or cooking....
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