Doctor Column
Spotlight on ‘good’ fats — ‘bad’ fats!
April 15, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Overheard in a grocery store’s checkout counter: “Can you understand the labels on food packages? It’s hard to know what’s healthy and what’s not. Good fats — bad fats. Today they’re good. Tomorrow they’re bad.”
The Story of Emily and the Birth of a New Era in Cancer Treatment: Genetically Modified T-cells (GMTs)
April 5, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
The journey of a five year old child is a glittering example of bravery in the struggle against leukemia. Emily “Emma” Whitehead was the first child in the world to receive T-cell therapy (GMTs).
“Is It Alzheimer’s or Normal Aging?” Six (6) Red Flags of Alzheimer’s
March 26, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
All of us have misplaced our keys, glasses or watch at one time or another. But what does it mean if someone tells you that they found your eyeglasses in the refrigerator?
“Good and Bad Cholesterol” — The Lipid Panel and What It Means
March 26, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Some people think of cholesterol as a bad actor. Actually, your body needs cholesterol to function well. It helps to build cells, make vitamin D, hormones and it aids with digestion. However, too much of “bad” cholesterol can lead to clogged arteries, stroke and heart attacks.
“The Long Goodbye” — The Five Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease
March 6, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Far more than a senior moment, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the “Long Goodbye.” The disease is not a part of normal aging. It is a gradual, deadly assault on memory, reasoning and behavior. It cripples a person’s emotional and physical health.
Alzheimer’s Disease A Healthcare Tsunami
February 25, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
“Everyone knows a cancer survivor, but no one knows an Alzheimer’s survivor.” This gloomy reality has energized hundreds of present day clinical trials in attempts by scientists to prevent the onset and/or find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease (AD).
MoCA — Montreal Cognitive Assessment
February 15, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Much press coverage was given to the President of the United States when he passed the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) test in January of 2018 (30/30). This test is an easily administered10 minute screening tool to assist primary care physicians to detect Mild Cognitive Impairment, a clinical state that can progress to Alzheimer’s disease (dementia)…
Ten Secrets of the Microbiome and Its Hidden World
February 5, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Microbiome is a hidden world within and on the surface of our body that is crucial to our health. This world is composed of a number of communities that is as distinctive as your fingerprints. Most of the communities work hard and get along with each other. Others are dangerous and work hard at causing mayhem.
Functions of “Designer” Proteins: “The Linchpins of Life!”
January 25, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Proteins perform a variety of functions. We need them to repair a cut finger and to stop bleeding. We need them to turbo charge digestion and to transport oxygen to every cell and tissue in the body. We need proteins to provide energy when our diet is inadequate. We need them to stand up and sit down.
Protein: The Crucial Nutrient
January 15, 2018
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
“Why do we need proteins?” We need proteins to survive and thrive. They’re a vital part of every cell and are present in every living organism. Unlike fats, the body cannot store proteins for future use. This means we need this indispensible nutrient in our diet every day.
