Susan Burke March
Articles by Susan Burke March :
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Can the quality of your diet hasten or delay menopause?
Could the foods you eat help determine when you start menopause? They might, says a study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health. Researchers found that women who… -
Journey to the farthest point from the center of the earth: Ecuador’s Chimborazo Volcano
By Bob Itami Chimborazo Volcano (‘Taita’ or father by the indigenous people of the area) is the highest mountain in Ecuador at 6268 meters (20,564 feet) and the summit is… -
Sugar: Is it intoxicating? Do you need a ‘detox’?
By Ted Kyle Brush your teeth, wash your hands, take a shower. These are all good, healthy ways to clean up. Dietary cleansing and detox rituals? Not so much. So… -
Is it near the end? How to speak with your doctor about hospice
By B.J. Miller As a hospice and palliative medicine physician, my job is to help reduce suffering. At the end of life, that job becomes especially intense when time is… -
The ‘power’ of summer camp for kids with type 1 diabetes! You can help change a kids’ life
By Susan Burke March Imagine having a three-year-old child and suddenly being told you need to become an expert in diabetes management — and your child’s survival depends on your… -
Prebiotics, probiotics… antibiotics?
If you’ve had an infection that required you to take antibiotics, you may have suffered diarrhea, a common side effect. After all, antibiotics eliminate the bad bacteria, but also ‘good’… -
Is falling inevitable? Some simple steps to keep seniors steady on their feet
By Luisa Torres As we age, the risk of falling increases and becomes increasingly perilous. A fall can be a real health setback for a frail, elderly person. And, more… -
So close to Cuenca, but oh, so far away! A hike to Lake Luspa in Cajas National Park
By Bob Itami One of the great advantages of living in Cuenca is the close proximity to Cajas National Park. There are many fantastic day hikes in the park and… -
Myths, facts, and hype: Detox diets, colonics and cleanses
According to MayoClinic.org, detoxification (detox) diets are popular, but there is little evidence that they eliminate toxins from your body. But, evidence never stopped hoaxers from marketing products as “amazing”,… -
Bustin’ sports nutrition myths!
By Nancy Clark Keeping up with the latest science-based sports nutrition recommendations is a challenge. We are constantly bombarded with media messages touting the next miracle sports food or supplement… -
A dietitian tours a cacao farm. Her advice? Eat more chocolate!
By Eileen Stellefson Myers I recently returned from a wonderful trip to Costa Rica where I enjoyed The Rainforest Chocolate Tour in La Fortuna de Carlos. As a Registered Dietitian… -
Foods of The Americas: North America embraces squash…reluctantly!
Editor’s note: Michelle’s Foods of The Americas series continues with Part II on squash, the noblest of vegetables. To read Part I, click here, and stay tuned for Part III!… -
Triclosan and increased risk for osteoporosis: Study warns of an association
Women who have high levels of the antibacterial agent triclosan in their urine have worse bone health than other women, new research indicates. Triclosan, which was recently banned in hand sanitizers, is…