
Have Fun in the Sun, But Protect Your Skin
By Marisa Weiss, M.D. on April 22nd, 2011 Tags: health, personal care, sunscreenThe snow is melted and the sun is out (at least in my part of the world). I’m excited to spend more time outside enjoying the garden and visiting my friends. A sunny day gives me much more energy and puts me in a great mood. Over the last few months of winter, many of my patients have been feeling the blues of scarce winter …

Fish: Landing the Healthiest Choices
By Marisa Weiss, M.D. on April 1st, 2011 Tags: fish, healthy eatingAre you hearing mixed messages about fish? One article says that fish is good for you and another talks about the risks of eating fish. It’s enough to confuse anyone. On one hand, eating fish can help reduce the risk of heart disease and promote brain development, and there’s some research that suggests certain types of fish may even help reduce the risk of breast …