By Craig M. Wax, DO Dietary fat is an important part of the daily diet. Fats, called lipids, are important for energy metabolism. However, most Americans never suffer from a fat deficiency. On the contrary, most Americans take in too much dietary fat on a daily basis. Fats are found mostly in animal products such […]
Winter often brings with it a variety of health concerns. Some people wonder how they are going to shed the weight they gained from stuffing themselves with irresistible holiday treats. Others worry about older loved ones slipping and falling on ice and snow or keeping young ones bundled up to ward off frostbite. With so […]
Exercise is vital to our good health and ultimate survival. It can help protect you from various diseases such as heart disease, hypertension and diabetes, just to name a few. It can add life to your years, as well as, years to your life. Most Americans are self-imposed victims of a sedentary lifestyle, i.e. they […]
The Diet Dilemma: Anorexia and BulimiaCopyright American Osteopathic Association We live in a weight-conscious society where thin is in and anything other than skinny is just not pretty. If you don’t believe this, flip on the television or head to the movies, where you will see actress upon actress wearing the perfect size 3. Or, […]
Dyslexia—Not Just a Reading Disability True or false? A dyslexic person may be able to read very well but find it difficult to write or spell. True. “Dyslexia is a language disability not just a reading disability, meaning that it affects reading, writing, and spelling,” explains Craig M. Wax, D.O., an osteopathic family physician in […]
Communication Key in Fight Against Teen Drug Use The teenage years are a time of exploration, a chance to enjoy newfound independence and discover all that the world has to offer. Rarely do teens lament their own vulnerabilities or dwell on the long-term consequences of their actions. Unfortunately, we know all too well that choices […]
Some Facts About Club Drugs from NIDA (National Institute on Drug Abuse) All Material copyright Craig M. Wax, DO unless otherwise denoted. Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)Slang or Street Names: Ecstasy, XTC, X, Adam, Clarity, Lover’s SpeedMDMA was developed and patented in the early 1900’s as a chemical precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals. Chemically, MDMA is similar […]
What is a D.O.? DOs are: Osteopathic Physicians Nationally recognized State Licensed Medically trained Trained in manipulation Board certified DOs can: Practice any specialty Treat all diseases and conditions Prescribe medicine Perform surgery Perform outpatient / office care Perform inpatient / hospital care Osteopathic Medicine emphasizes:PreventionHolistic CareCommon SenseComprehensive CareWhole-Person Approach
What is Osteopathic Medicine? Copyright American Osteopathic Association OVERVIEW OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINEOsteopathic Medicine: A Unique Approach to Modern Medical Treatment In today’s society, people are becoming more concerned about reducing their risk of developing diseases and are working to prevent long-term complications to their health. To accomplish this, many people are turning to their physicians […]
Sensible Diet Choices By Craig M. Wax, DO Avoid Instead Soda / cola WaterWhite Bread / rolls Wheat breadPotatoes / pasta VegetablesWhite sugar Honey / raw turbinatoCandy Fruit Grapes, watermelon Grapefruit, oranges, applesSugar (“kids”) cereals Fiber cereals / raisin branPancakes / waffles Oatmeal Apple or cranberry juice Grapefruit or orange juice Red meat ChickenPork / […]
