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Author: Dr. Michael Daignault

Life

We’ve long been told salt is bad for you. Is it really?

April 21, 2022April 21, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on We’ve long been told salt is bad for you. Is it really?

We’ve long debated how bad salt really is in our diet. Table salt, however, is not actually the problem. Sodium and processed foods are the danger.

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The dos and don’ts of going to the ER

April 14, 2022April 16, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on The dos and don’ts of going to the ER

ERs across the country are seeing a rapid return to pre-COVID-19 volume. Here are some practical tips before you see a doctor at the emergency room.

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TikTok swears by post-gym massage gun use. Is it a good idea?

April 6, 2022April 6, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on TikTok swears by post-gym massage gun use. Is it a good idea?

The #gymtok hashtag on TikTok is ripe with videos extolling the many benefits of using a percussion massage gun after a workout. Do they work?

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Why Epsom salt should be a staple in your home medicine cabinet

April 1, 2022April 1, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on Why Epsom salt should be a staple in your home medicine cabinet

“Add two scoops of Epsom salt to a warm bath. Soak for 20 minutes then rinse with cold shower.” ER doctor explains why he’s always recommending it.

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Do you suffer from lower back pain? It may be time to think outside the medicine cabinet.

March 17, 2022March 18, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on Do you suffer from lower back pain? It may be time to think outside the medicine cabinet.

Typically, doctors look inside the medicine cabinet to treat acute lower back pain. What are other current options?

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Everyone puts hydrogen peroxide on their wounds. They really shouldn’t.

February 24, 2022February 24, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on Everyone puts hydrogen peroxide on their wounds. They really shouldn’t.

While hydrogen peroxide does have known antiseptic properties, it may do more harm than good when it comes to wound care.

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Everyone is talking about biotin supplements. Here’s what you need to know.

February 17, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on Everyone is talking about biotin supplements. Here’s what you need to know.

What is biotin? Does biotin help with hair growth? Brittle nails? And can it impact COVID-19 rapid tests? What you need to know about the supplement.

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Can spending more time in the sauna save your life?

February 10, 2022February 10, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on Can spending more time in the sauna save your life?

Frequent sauna use can save your life. Sauna use is both strongly rooted in multiple cultures and has long-term research studies.

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Are you at risk for a heart attack during your workout?

January 26, 2022January 27, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on Are you at risk for a heart attack during your workout?

Recently, a second TV show character experienced a heart attack while riding the Peloton bike. Peloton riders, wonder: Can my workout kill me?

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Do you need an ‘armpit detox?’ Myths about aluminum and deodorant, explained

January 14, 2022January 18, 2022Dr. Michael DaignaultComments Off on Do you need an ‘armpit detox?’ Myths about aluminum and deodorant, explained

One of the recent trends that caught my eye is the “armpit detox” with people looking to move from traditional antiperspirant to “natural deodorant.”

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August 31, 2023Eve Chen, USA TODAY

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Gadget guru or digitally distracted? Which of these 5 tech personalities are you?

August 31, 2023Jennifer Jolly

U.S. Embassy urges Americans to leave Haiti ‘as soon as possible’

August 31, 2023Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY

PCE inflation report: Key measure ticks higher in July. What will the Fed do?

August 31, 2023August 31, 2023Paul Davidson, USA TODAY

USF is building a $340M on-campus football stadium amid concerns academics are being left behind

August 31, 2023AP

At 61, Meg Ryan is the lead in a new rom-com. That shouldn’t be such a rare thing.

August 31, 2023Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY

Iran bans weightlifter for shaking hands, taking photo with Israeli competitor

August 31, 2023Steve Gardner, USA TODAY

Blue supermoon: See photos of the rare moon that won’t happen again until 2037

August 31, 2023Francisco Guzman, USA TODAY

College professor harassed students to quench ‘clown fetish,’ offering extra credit, cash

August 31, 2023Chris Quintana and Colin Campo, USA TODAY
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