Have you ever noticed that people’s toenails thicken with age, even though fingernails don’t? Why is that? If you thought it was all caused by toe fungus, you’d be wrong! Read what Dr. Richard K. Scher, head of the nail section at Weill Cornell Medical College, has to say about the changes that happen to toenails over time in this interesting NY Times article, Toenails and Time, long-term trauma, impaired circulation, stress are the culprits!
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What motivates you to exercise?
Don’t you deserve a good night’s sleep?
Continuing the countdown list of “SNORING ALSO CAUSES”…..there is also the increased risk of cardiovascular disease. What are you waiting for? Use Google to search for links between Cardiovascular Disease and Snoring. Don’t you deserve a good night’s sleep?
See Dr. Yagoda to address issues of Sleep Apnea and Snoring.
What “sugar” color are you?
Is your favorite white, blue, pink, yellow, or green? Have you ever wondered if any of these artificial sweeteners are dangerous or if one is safer than another? Read this New York Times article explaining the pros and cons of your “color”.
Doctor prescribed: 20 minutes of exercise a day
Gretchen Reynolds, health and fitness writer for the New York 
Times, discusses the many health benefits of moving around for just 20 minutes per day.
She says, “the science shows that if you just do anything, even stand in place 20 minutes, you will be healthier” than if you sit for many hours on end.
Read more about her findings and her new book, called “The First 20 Minutes.”
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Stress can also affect you physically
We’ve all heard the claim that constant stress can affect your 
physical well-being in addition to your mental health.
A recent New York Times article discussed the science behind how elevated levels of cortisol (aka “the stress hormone”) lead to the body developing a resistance, which can then make you more susceptible to illness.
This is why Dr. Yagoda believes it is important to educate her patients on lifestyle changes, including stress management, for whole-body wellness.
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What’s your exercise regimen?
What do you do for exercise on a daily basis?
Our office walks on average a cumulative 5 miles per day. Walking to work and back can add some serious mileage. Good for your heart, spirit and figure.
What are you waiting for? Meet us on Madison, Lexington or the Loop!
Chocoholics Rejoice!
Chocoholics rejoice! A study in the New York Times showed that 
people who eat chocolate frequently (in moderation) have a lower BMI than those who do not eat chocolate as often.
There are also health benefits to chocolate including lowering blood pressure and cardiovascular risk, improving cholesterol levels, and regulating insulin levels.
Fair Trade dark chocolate for dessert anyone?
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Reasons to Quit Smoking
Jennifer Anniston was called a chain smoker in US Weekly, chain smoking is a form of addiction
Not only is smoking horrible for your lungs, but it affects your overall health including the appearance of your skin (many people gossip about the appearance of Jen’s hands).
Although smoking has been trendy throughout the ages, it is the first behavioral change you should make to improve your overall health. Read more.
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Sleep Getaway
Do you need a sleep getaway? Have you considered sleep tourism? 
Hotels and spas and are offering short breaks that cater to the sleep-deprived and offer “sleep treatments” in combination with calming massages and aromatherapy.
This respite may be relaxing, but for a more permanent solution, Dr. Yagoda can diagnosis the causes of sleep apnea, snoring and restless sleep, and cure your sleeping troubles. A good night’s sleep is just around the corner. Call today, 212-434-1210.
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