Health
by Mark A. Mahoney, Ph.D., R.D.N. A past column a couple years ago spoke to the importance of some basic lifestyle suggestions for improving one’s quality of life. As we […]
By Brendan Borrell About 13 years ago, Kyle Edmondson woke up after a night of drinking with friends and felt an intense pain on the top of his foot. Climbing […]
By Lindsey Bever The question: Does ginger really help an upset stomach? The science: For more than 2,500 years, ginger has been used for its medicinal properties. Ginger is still […]
By Andrew Stuttaford In a recent article for National Review on neoprohibitionism, I touched on the controversy over a report on alcohol and health that had been commissioned by the […]
By Christine Clark “Don’t swallow your gum, it’ll take seven years for your stomach to digest!” “Ah, just pick it up off the floor — five second rule!” Most of […]
A $20,000 to $50,000 price tag in the US makes “Is All-on-4 worth the money?” the most important question a patient can ask. To answer this, we can’t just look at […]
By Pam Belluck A recently recognized form of dementia is changing the understanding of cognitive decline, improving the ability to diagnose patients and underscoring the need for a wider array […]
The “best” country for All-on-4 implants isn’t just the one with the lowest price tag. The “best” country is the one that delivers a world-class, low-stress experience, from the first […]
By Dani Blum Early clues suggest that this flu season could be particularly brutal. And while national Covid rates currently appear to be low, researchers expect the virus to circulate […]
By Jancee Dunn Before she stopped drinking alcohol eight years ago, Cecily Mak drank daily to “soften the edges of life.” She couldn’t socialize without a “boozy assist.” Mak, the […]
For medical tourists and long-term expats in Cuenca, the search for the “best dentist” often begins with a name. While finding a highly skilled individual is important, the reality of […]
By Rachel Fairbank Even if you are a long-time smoker, there are some surprising, and even immediate, benefits to quitting. Every year, half a million Americans die from smoking-related causes, while […]
By Sanjay Mishra You know the feeling. You slurp that diet soda relishing the sweet taste without the guilt or calories associated with sugar. But a new study suggests that […]
By Gretchen Reynolds Maria Branyas Morera’s life was simple. She enjoyed yogurt, gardening, sleep, books, walks, friends, playing the piano and dogs. But her lifespan was remarkable — and also […]
One of the most frequent questions for expats moving to Ecuador—aside from where to find the best cup of coffee—is how to navigate the healthcare system. Since health insurance is […]
To follow the news about Ecuador from abroad is to experience a masterclass in cognitive dissonance. One headline blares, “State of Emergency Declared as Violence Surges.” The next, often on […]
When it comes to replacing missing teeth, “most affordable” can mean two different things: the cheapest option today, or the option that costs the least over your lifetime. Let’s break down the […]
In January 2024, Ecuador was thrust into the international spotlight for all the wrong reasons. The headlines were terrifying. José Adolfo Macías Villamar, the notorious gang leader known as “Fito,” […]
The “best” country for dental work depends entirely on what you need. The world of dental tourism is highly specialized, with different countries building reputations for different types of care. Before you […]
It is the first question every prospective expat asks, and, more pointedly, the first one their concerned family members ask: “But is Ecuador safe?” This question is almost always followed […]
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