by Max Hammonds, MD The United States struggles with childhood obesity from the second grade upwards. Part of the problem identified is unhealthy food, served at home, at food outlets,…
Should I Be Taking Calcium Supplements?
by Max Hammonds, MD “Dr. Jack, I was told that I should be taking calcium supplements because of my age. What do you think?” Nora, a 52 year old, small,…
If You Have Had Cancer
by Max Hammonds, MD If you have had cancer – sounds like a bad way to begin a positive and helpful suggestion for a healthful lifestyle. The truth is: if…
Am I Allergic to Myself?
by Max Hammonds, MD What disease affects 23.5 million Americans? This disease affects 2.5 times more people than cancer, costs $100 billion in direct expenses (2 times as much as…
Aspirin is Not a Miracle Drug
by Max Hammonds, MD Read it again carefully: Aspirin is not a miracle drug. Recent international news flashes are touting the “protective effect” of aspirin against melanoma in females. Aspirin…
Another Problem with Sleep Apnea?
by Max Hammonds, MD The optometrist leaned back in his chair. To Chuck, it looked like a position in which to deliver bad news. “Chuck, take a look these results…
Help With Your New Year’s Resolution
by Max Hammonds, MD Guess what the biggest medical epidemic of the year was – for the last several decades, actually. Clue #1: This major medical problem contributes to the…
Is There a Good Carbohydrate?
by Max Hammonds, MD The purveyors of popular fad diets are enraptured by the evils of sugar. Consequently, they try in every way possible to recognize sugar in all its…
These Could Be Prevented
by Max Hammonds, MD More than 2.5 million Americans die every year. Most people would like to avoid being in that group and live a long, healthy life, but aren’t…