Dr. McCleary

Prostate Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men in the United States. It occurs when cells in the prostate gland grow out of control. There are often no early prostate cancer warning signs, but some men have urinary symptoms and discomfort. Prostate cancer recommendations vary from doctor to doctor and can [...]

In our previous two Brain-Body Insights newsletters, we examined the obesity epidemic in America; how the prevailing weight loss paradigm of “eat less, exercise more” contributes to it; and what “sticky” fat cells are and the key role they play when losing and gaining weight. Today we conclude our investigation into alternative approaches to weight [...]

In last week’s Brain-Body Insights newsletter, we examined America’s obesity epidemic and how the prevailing weight loss paradigm (the eat less, calorie restricted, low fat diet coupled with more exercise) may be at the root of it. We examined the notion that how much you eat and how much you exercise are, in fact, dependent [...]

Obesity and weight loss both get a lot of attention these days, and for good reason. Obesity is a significant risk factor for developing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain types of cancer, Alzheimer’s and other ailments. In the late 1970′s the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommended that Americans consume less fat and fewer calories [...]

Having a child diagnosed with a serious or terminal illness is every parent’s worst nightmare. And its impact extends well beyond the child’s health. The entire family is affected. Friends, relatives and neighbors experience it as well. Finding a way to cope can be debilitating even for the most resilient of individuals, but what is [...]

There’s a lot of buzz these days about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that more than 5.4 million children have been diagnosed with ADHD and that the rate of diagnosis has, on average, been steadily increasing over the past 15 years. ADHD is frequently treated with psychotropic drugs [...]

In a prior edition of our newsletter, An Introduction to Brain Training, we examined the brave new world of brain training and brain fitness, highlighting the difference between mental activity and mental exercise; then discussing the three guiding principles of mental stimulation – novelty, variety and increasing level of difficulty. Today we take a closer [...]

Cancer survivor Sandra Miniere provides us with an excellent model for understanding the role alternative, or integrative, medicine can play in staying healthy and recovering from serious illnesses such as cancer. Before being diagnosed with breast cancer, Sandra worked within the alternative medical field as a mental health counselor and doing energy body work. This [...]

As with any type of medical treatment, one should consult with their health care provider before getting the flu shot. Flu season is fast approaching and the government has issued an official recommendation that everyone over 6 months of age should get a flu shot. Yet, few of us understand the ins and outs of [...]

For years there have been misconceptions about chiropractic medicine and an ongoing friction between medical doctors and chiropractic doctors. Fortunately, perceptions of this specialized field have improved in recent years. Yet, for the average person, there continues to be a cloud of preconceived notions and uncertainty surrounding it. Here, we examine the world of chiropractic [...]