Enjoy the Sunshine… Safely

Summer is here and the days are long. Now is the time to enjoy the outdoors and go for walks, play sports, meet up with…
The importance of community

I love this warmer weather! My favorite part about this time of year is the ability to re-engage with people out in the world. Every…
What’s up doc, is a plant-based diet right for me?

Whether it was told to you by a parent, taught to you through the food pyramid or recommended by your doctor, all of us have…
Harnessing the Power of Spring: Exercising Outdoors

As the seasons shift and the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, there’s a sense of renewal in the air. With…
Feel Better This Year by Stopping Smoking

Tobacco use is the number one cause of preventable deaths worldwide. Most people know that smoking cigarettes is not good for their health, and the…
The Ancient Tradition of Sauna Bathing: Are there health benefits or is it just hot air?

The practice of saunaing has been getting increasingly popular with claims of health benefits including pain reduction, weight loss, heart benefits and improved sleep. Let’s…
Holy Buckets it is cold! Staying safe when it is freezing outside

West End Healthline By Matthew Burgstahler, MD Being a transplant to Minnesota, I have heard the strangest sayings about the winter cold from locals such…
Do not leave your health in the cold – The importance of staying active in the winter

West End Health Line By Sibel Dikmen, MD Most of us understand that exercising is beneficial for our bodies and have heard the recommendation to…
Caffeine consumption – a stimulating conversation about our most commonly used drug

West End Healthline By Rachel Newinski, MD As we head into the end of the year the days get shorter and more people (myself included)…