Author Archives : Dr. Victor Marchione

You share everything with him– your deepest darkest secrets, your biggest fears, your greatest failures…but there are a few things you may be too embarrassed to share even with the man you love. If you struggle with any of the following health problems, take solace in the fact that you are not alone. The following ...click here to read more

Doctors who study Parkinson’s disease have said before that exercise helps those who suffer from it. The physical activity improves balance and can prevent joint stiffness which are both common symptoms of the devastating illness. Recently, scientists have discovered that cycling can have a very positive impact on Parkinson’s disease sufferers. Parkinson’s disease is a ...click here to read more

It is a common practice; drying laundry inside. Millions of North Americans hang their clothing indoors, especially in the winter months, but it turns out it can be bad for our health. There is nothing like the clean, fresh smell of fabric that has dried in the open breeze in the back yard. Hanging the ...click here to read more

Christmas is a time for family and friends to get together for some quality time.  And many of these gatherings revolve around food. However, you may want to be cautious before reaching for the holiday stales as they’re often packed full of calories which can be disastrous for your waistline! Foods that Are Full of ...click here to read more

A broken heart can do more than just cause emotional distress; it can actually comprise your heart health and cause physical heart problems. In fact, a broken heart brought on by an emotional stressor such as the death of a loved one or the discovery of a partners infidelity, can affect your heart health in ...click here to read more

Many people regularly drink alcohol and never develop a drinking problem.  However, this isn’t the case for everyone.  Many people do develop drinking problems and become dependent on alcohol. If you’ve ever questioned if you have a drinking problem, you more than likely do. And if friends or family seem concerned about your drinking, you ...click here to read more

Obesity pertains to a condition that involves excessive weight gain and is generally associated with a body mass index of 30 or higher.  Body mass index is a ratio of an individual’s weight in relation to height and this reflects the amount of fat in the body.  Physicians and other health professionals use the body ...click here to read more

It could seem harmless enough. But a frightening new study has given some perspective to the dangers of a popular fruit juice and the potential damage it could cause. The new study has shown that grapefruit juice could be linked to a drug overdoses which could come as a shock to anyone who drinks this ...click here to read more