For many people, the biggest health challenge is losing weight. But for those with a naturally fast metabolism or those who are recovering from illness,...
Dr. Khalid Zalmay
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MCHC Blood Test: What It Is…Why You Need One
A complete blood count (CBC) is one of the most common blood tests ordered by doctors. A CBC often includes a test for MCHC, which...
When to Worry About a Nosebleed
Nosebleeds, which can be common in children and people over 45, typically are not a sign of anything serious. But there may be times when...
The Unexpected Health Benefits of Walking
In the many years that I have practiced as a family doctor, I have prescribed countless medications and treatments. Yet one of the most powerful...
Are Medjool Dates Good for You?
Often referred to as “the fruit of kings,” Medjool dates are native to Morocco and harvested from the date palm tree. Unlike other date varieties,...
Pink Salt Trick for Weight Loss—Myth or Reality?
A new trend has emerged on social media featuring a morning drink made with Himalayan pink salt, warm water and lemon juice. Influencers claim this...
Why Are My Hands and Feet Always Cold?
Do you wonder, why are my hands always cold…or why are my feet always cold? Having cold hands and feet occasionally, especially when the weather...
5 Tips for Managing Arthritis
Living with osteoarthritis isn’t easy—sometimes even simple tasks around the house can become challenging. But there are things you can do at home to ease...
4 Simple Hacks That Can Stop Your Heartburn
Heartburn is a burning sensation in your chest that occurs when stomach acid flows backward up toward your throat. When this occurs on a regular...
Loneliness: The Silent Epidemic
In May 2023, the US Surgeon General described loneliness as a new epidemic. Recent research from Queen’s University in Belfast, Ireland, shows that 50% of...
Lower Your Risk for Atrial Fibrillation—5 Practical Lifestyle Tips
If you’ve ever felt unexpected palpitations, quivering or fluttering in your chest that lasts more than a few seconds, atrial fibrillation (Afib) is one of...
Sleep Hacks That Can Reduce Your Dementia Risk
Getting quality sleep does more than just recharge your batteries—research now shows that it actually may help protect your brain as you age. A 2023...
