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Author: Dr. Michael Daignault

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

April 21, 2022April 21, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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, 2022 Dr. Michael Daignault Comments 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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‘Never seen anything like this’: Idalia deluge still wreaking havoc in Southeast. Live updates

August 31, 2023 John Bacon, Douglas Soule and Christopher Cann, USA TODAY

‘Big Hero 6’s San Fransokyo comes to life at Disneyland

August 31, 2023 Eve Chen, USA TODAY

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

August 31, 2023 Jennifer Jolly

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

August 31, 2023 Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY

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

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

These kids are good: Young Reds in pursuit of a pennant stretch to remember

August 31, 2023 Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY

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

August 31, 2023 Francisco Guzman, USA TODAY

1 dead, 18 injured after collision between car, Greyhound bus in Maryland, police say

August 31, 2023 Emily DeLetter, USA TODAY

USA TODAY Sports staff makes college football picks: Check out the predictions for 2023

August 31, 2023 USA TODAY

Many homeless among dead in fire in Johannesburg, South Africa

August 31, 2023 AP
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