My mom, pediatrician, Dr. Kiran Harpavat, is 72 years and going strong! When the pandemic first started, I thought she might close her practice. Instead, she put all safety measures in place and never missed a single day of caring for patients! Throughout the pandemic, she has continued to provide excellent care to her patients […]
End 2020 with Walk With A Doc!
Exercise reduces the risks of many diseases, including coronary heart disease, breast and colon cancer and Type 2 diabetes. Research has shown that you can gain two hours of life for each hour that you exercise regularly. According to the American Heart Association, walking as little as 30 minutes a day can: · Improve blood […]
Podcast: The People’s Pharmacy
Podcast: The People’s Pharmacy Have you ever been listening to something that really inspires you? Recently, while I was on an early Saturday morning walk, I was listening to the news on National Public Radio (NPR) when a show called The People’s Pharmacy came on. The guest speaker was discussing Food Allergies: the story of […]
Gallbladder Disease in Children
What is the Gallbladder? The gallbladder is an organ located under the liver. The liver makes bile and the gallbladder stores the bile. Bile is a fluid that helps to digest food. When we eat, the gallbladder contracts and releases the bile through ducts that connect to your digestive system. What is Gallbladder Disease? Gallbladder […]
Do You Suffer From Gas and Bloating?
Many people suffer from gas and bloating. There are basically 4 root causes of gas and bloating: Swallowing excess air Poor gastrointestinal motility or constipation Damage to the gut microbiome The foods we eat Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, is a board-certified adult gastroenterologist, internationally recognized gut health expert, a trained epidemiologist, and the author of the […]
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