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Kidney Stones Are a Pain, But Minimally Invasive Treatments Can Help

Kidney stones. Even the name sounds painful, and the idea of a hard, rock-like substance passing through the body isn’t pleasant. Climate and diet put Southerners more at risk of developing kidney stones . Fortunately, kidney stones rarely cause permanent damage when treated by a medical professional, and there are several minimally invasive treatments available to speed up resolution and recovery.

Don’t Ignore Pain in Your Abdomen: It Might Be Gallstones

If you’re experiencing anything from mild discomfort to sharp pain in the upper right side of your abdomen, don’t ignore it.

Signs You Might Have a Weak Immune System and How To Fix It

Taming the "Menopause Middle:" Why Your Waistline Is Expanding and How to Stop It

Finding a second chance at life through surgical treatment for trigeminal neuralgia: Carol’s story

One morning in February 2012, Carol Lang awoke as usual at her home in Trenton, Florida, about 30 miles west of Gainesville. Except, something was off.

No ‘Bad’ Foods: Understanding the Glycemic Index and How to Use It

Back in the ’90s there was a lot of scare talk about “deadly whites:” sugar, white flour, rice, potatoes — you get the idea. Today, dietitians reject the notion that there are “good” and “bad” foods.

Will Intermittent Fasting Work for Me?

Intermittent fasting (IF) is the process of manipulating your calorie intake based on a time schedule. Basically, it means condensing your meals for the day into a smaller window of time; for example, eating all of your meals between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm.

Is My Baby Getting Enough Breast Milk?

In those heady days after giving birth, you may wonder whether you’re producing enough breast milk and if your baby is gaining enough weight. The body is miraculous when it comes to knowing what to do, though. You just have to learn how to listen and trust. 

How Soon Should My Child Start Swimming Lessons?

Swimming can be a fun activity for kids, and with Florida’s warm weather, it can be a great way to cool down. But with drowning listed as the top cause of death for children between ages 1 and 4, swimming lessons are key to reducing the risk of tragedy. 

Avoid These Mistakes When Managing Teen Scoliosis

Bodies change quickly during adolescence, and that’s when doctors usually notice scoliosis — a curved spine — in patients. Catch it early, and most cases can be managed simply and effectively. Let it go, and scoliosis might lead to back surgery or lifelong challenges.