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Burgers, Fries and Beers: Recipe for Skin Cancer?

by Dr. Leo Galland

Dreaming of that burger and fries, or a few beers, at the beach this summer?

Think again, because high-fat foods, as well as alcohol, could boost the risk of skin cancer.

Sick from Your Stomach

According to researchers at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Illinois the billions of bacteria in our guts have a newfound role: regulating the immune system and related autoimmune diseases.

Stomach Bug on the Rise

Even if the infection Clostridium difficile doesn’t sound familiar, it should be on your radar.

This nasty stomach bug is quite a troublemaker, and is getting a lot of attention in the medical community.

Computers and Exercise Keep Memory Sharp

A Mayo Clinic study shows combining mentally stimulating activities, such as using a computer, with moderate exercise decreases your odds of having memory loss more than computer use or exercise alone.