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Treadmill Talks: “Barefoot” Running a Bad Idea

Posted by: | May 15th, 2013 | 0 comments

More and more people are ditching regular cross trainers for so-called barefoot or minimalist shoes. In this Treadmill Talk, Sharecare expert Dr. Michael Roizen, chief wellness officer for Cleveland Clinic, explains why doing so is bad for your feet, especially if you’re running outside. View Full Post

Treadmill Talks: More Incentive to Stay Healthy

Posted by: | May 8th, 2013 | 0 comments

You’ve probably noticed that you’re paying more at the doctor’s office these days, as copays continue to climb. In this Treadmill Talk, Sharecare expert Dr. Michael Roizen, chief wellness officer for Cleveland Clinic, explains how you’ll be able to save money with the new health insurance exchanges, just by staying healthy. View Full Post

Treadmill Talks: New Reassurance on Vaccine Safety

Posted by: | May 1st, 2013 | 0 comments

Some parents worry that if their baby gets multiple vaccines in a single doctor’s visit, it might overwhelm the child’s immune system, or even trigger autism. But a new study should ease that fear, says Sharecare expert Dr. Michael Roizen, chief wellness officer for Cleveland Clinic. In this Treadmill Talk, he explains the new evidence and what it means for parents making the vaccine decision. View Full Post

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5 Ways to Boost Your Emotional Energy

Posted by: | April 30th, 2013 | 0 comments

Do you wish that you had more energy? I do. I often look at my six-year-old with envy as she jumps out of bed, full of life and excited to face the adventure of the day. But unlike my six-year-old daughter, who has relatively few worries, I have many concerns about real or potential problems—concerns that can affect emotional health and drain emotional energy. Life transitions, grief and loss, mental or physical illness, stress, and relationship distress can all take a toll. View Full Post

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I Love My Fitbit

Posted by: | April 29th, 2013 | 1 comment

A couple of months ago a patient of mine came in wearing a pedometer known as the Fitbit. I was intrigued—without her doing anything, the gadget calculated her steps and the number of calories she burned. It could even tell her how well she was sleeping. I decided to try it out... View Full Post

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