Health 366 articles

With health, there are no divisions: physical, emotional, mental – they’re all intertwined. And caring for each of them is of utmost importance. Here’s how to do just that, and make the most of your life.

Introducing the OT Podcast of “Mr. T”
Introducing the OT Podcast of “Mr. T”
Have you ever wondered what you can use common household objects for? Did you ever stop and think in what ways you can incorporate materials in the classroom? Were you ever...
Dec 19, 2018
By OU Staff
Walking and Driving with Caution
Walking and Driving with Caution
Dr. Richard Friedman, a Cedarhurst surgeon and founder of a Manhattan branch of the Hatzalah ambulance service, was struck and killed by a car late Saturday afternoon as he walked on a Lawrence, NY, street....
Dec 3, 2018
By Hylton I. Lightman, MD, DCH (SA), FAAP
Do Carbs Get a Bad Rap?
Do Carbs Get a Bad Rap?
We live in a world of extremes. In the last few decades, we have been treated to low carbs, high protein, low fat, low sugar, no sugar, high carbs, gluten free,...
Nov 28, 2018
By Alan Freishtat
Saved from the knife
Saved from the knife
At the time of writing this article, Elly is supposed to be on an airplane flying to the United States in order to get a very intricate and delicate surgery to...
Nov 13, 2018
By Alan Freishtat
Cholesterol, Heart Disease and Statins—The Truth Comes Out
Cholesterol, Heart Disease and Statins—The Truth Comes Out
What really happens in order for plaque to form in your arteries and Chas V’shalom cause a heart attack or stroke? The anatomy of a heart attack Let’s get a basic...
Oct 29, 2018
By Alan Freishtat
New Cookbook Provides Fresh, Tasty and Healthy Additions to Your Repertoire
New Cookbook Provides Fresh, Tasty and Healthy Additions to...
Oy Vey Vegan, a new cookbook by Estee Raviv is a beautiful collection of vegan recipes with a Mediterranean flare. Enjoy a preview with these two recipes – both modern takes...
Oct 23, 2018
By OU Staff
It’s Over—Now What?
It’s Over—Now What?
Our Succahs are down and the Yomim Tovim are now behind us.  Hopefully, we had a lot of Simcha and quality time with our families.  Undoubtedly, we also took liberties with...
Oct 11, 2018
By Alan Freishtat
The 2018 Definitive Guide to the Flu Vaccine
The 2018 Definitive Guide to the Flu Vaccine
A dreaded time of the year has arrived. Total Family Care diagnosed its first documented case of influenza for the 2018-2019 season on Sunday, October 7, 2018. It’s...
Oct 8, 2018
By Hylton I. Lightman, MD, DCH (SA), FAAP
Rosh Hashanah 5779
Rosh Hashanah 5779
As we approach the New Year of 5779, Haba Aleinu L’tovah, there is always a certain amount to reflect upon looking back at the past year as well as some trepidation...
Sep 5, 2018
By Alan Freishtat
The 23-Day Challenge
The 23-Day Challenge
We are now focusing on the approaching Yom HaDin.  And as much as this is a time for spiritual preparation, it is also a time when practical preparation for the upcoming...
Aug 28, 2018
By Alan Freishtat

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