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Cardiovascular Conditions, Heat Don’t Mix

Aug 01, 2021

Many people with cardiovascular conditions aren’t aware that heat can be deadly for them, the Long Island Health Collaborative warned in a statement last month: “We are more in tune with the risks of extreme cold and shoveling heavy snow and don’t regard high heat and humidity as equally worrisome. But we should.”

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The ‘Healthy Mouth Protocol’

Aug 01, 2021

Constant snacking isn’t just bad for the waistline. It’s also bad for the teeth because it keeps the oral biofilm in an acidic state that promotes decay, says Dr. Linda Golden, owner of Golden Dental Wellness Center (GDWC), in Manhasset.

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Practitioner Spotlight: Dr. Michael Berlin

Aug 01, 2021

From the time he was a boy, Dr. Michael Berlin didn’t like taking medicine. He trusted his body’s ability to heal itself. “I even used to heal myself of all kinds of ailments, like headaches and stomachaches, with a sort of meditation that I made up,” he says. He was also empathetic—quick to give a hug or a hand.

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Business Spotlight: Nature's Dental

Aug 01, 2021

In 2013, when Dr. Olga Isaeva opened her Long Island practice, Nature’s Dental, the concept of conservative and minimally invasive dentistry was still outside the mainstream. Eight years later, it’s clear that Isaeva was ahead of the curve. There’s now a big demand for this approach to dental care, she says.

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Peptide Treatment Repairs Cavities without Fillings

Aug 01, 2021

Tooth enamel can degrade over time due to age, an acidic diet, and poor dental hygiene. While changes in diet and oral care can encourage some remineralization of tooth enamel,

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Golden Dental Wellness Harnesses Laser Power

Jul 01, 2021

Laser energy is being harnessed to improve treatments in nearly every area of wellness and medicine, and dentistry is no exception. Dr. Linda Golden, owner of Golden Dental Wellness Center, in Manhasset, says laser therapy that triggers a process called photobiomodulation (PBM) improves healing and reduces discomfort after dental procedures, disinfects teeth, and surgical areas, and promotes tissue repair.

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Farmers Markets Nourish Communities in Every Borough

Jul 01, 2021

One thing New York City grows well is farmers' markets. With community gardens sprouting on rooftops and green spaces, and small farms flourishing outside the city, farmers' markets are neighborhood clearinghouses for nature’s bounty, ensuring residents of every borough have access. Better yet, most markets and farmstands have a mission beyond delivering the goods.

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Renowned Clairvoyant to Teach Classes in Port Salt Cave

Jul 01, 2021

“I’ve been teaching for 35 years and will create this course as a safe environment for deep healing and psychic exploration along with the practical application,” she says. “All questions are welcome. I’ll offer on-the-spot readings in this small group class as well.” An Intuition and the Energetic Body Certificate will be awarded upon completion of all six classes and study materials.

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Not All Bad Breath Begins in the Mouth

Jul 01, 2021

A 2016 study published in the European Journal of Dentistry notes that 15 to 20 percent of halitosis cases don’t begin in the mouth. Tonsillitis, acid reflux, diabetes and even some cancers are among the many conditions that can cause bad breath that defies the most scrupulous oral hygiene.

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The Case Against DIY Health Care

May 31, 2021

I happen to be quite handy. I can repair many of the different problems that come with homeownership. There have been leaks, electrical issues, all sorts of damage. I even rebuilt my oil burner before converting it to gas. I feel pretty good about being able to handle most of the heavy lifting at home.

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Long Island Dentist Offers IV-C Therapy

May 31, 2021

Orange juice has long been used as a homeopathic cocktail to boost the immune system and fight illness. Intravenous vitamin C, which delivers 120 times the amount of vitamin C found in a glass of juice, has been studied extensively and has been found to have a wide range of positive effects on the immune system, especially in individuals undergoing dental and medical procedures, says Dr. Linda Golden, who recommends IV-C therapy.

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Tori Quisling to Teach Online Courses in Clairvoyance

May 31, 2021

This summer, Tori Quisling is offering live online classes that will enable students to gain confidence in their psychic skills or even earn certification in Clairvoyance and Healing. A clairvoyant practitioner for more than 30 years, Quisling has worked as a teacher at the Berkeley Psychic Institute in California and taught workshops all over the United States, including New York City at the Open Center.

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Healthy Gums Could Help Prevent High Blood Pressure

May 31, 2021

Periodontal disease, or chronic inflammation of the gums, is linked to a long list of whole-body health problems. With the March release of a study conducted by researchers at the University College London Eastman Dental Institute and reported in the journal Hypertension, we can add high blood pressure to that list.

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Three Ways Infrared Can Improve Your Mood

May 31, 2021

We all have moments when we’re down in the dumps. When you’re battling anxiety, sadness, fatigue, or frustration, wrapping your body in soothing infrared heat can leave you feeling more relaxed, calm, warm, and fuzzy. (

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