Dr. Ben Kim's blog

Err...hope this topic doesn't ruin anyone's appetite. It's one that I touched upon in a newsletter a few weeks ago, and given the positive feedback that it's generated, I thought it be best to elaborate and even make this topic a permanent addition to the archives.

But before we do any elaborating, here's a look back at what I wrote in my newsletter: Read more

Skin cancer is now the most common type of cancer in the United States and in most first world nations. In the U.S. alone, more than one million new cases of skin cancer are expected in 2009.

With growing awareness of the importance of being smart about sun exposure, how is it that skin cancer is on the rise? Read more

Q. For the last 3-4 months, my husband has had a recurring sore throat, so bad at times that he has trouble swallowing.

Our doctor thinks it could be due to acid reflux, which my husband does get from time to time. Read more

On Friday, Margaret and I took our boys to Elmvale zoo, located just 15 minutes north of Barrie. Elmvale zoo isn't particularly grand in scale, but they care for animals from just about every continent, save Antarctica.

Here are some flamingos busy feeding themselves with their heads upside down: Read more

When made with a strong blender, this rich and creamy smoothie feels more like ice cream than a smoothie, so be prepared to eat it with a spoon. If you like all things chocolate, try adding one heaping teaspoon of pure cacao powder per serving prior to blending. Read more

In the May 30, 2009 issue of The Lancet, Italian physicians warn that children are at risk of experiencing caffeine intoxication from chewing gum that contains caffeine.

The case study that prompted this warning involved a 13-year-old boy who was taken to the hospital after exhibiting strong aggression and agitation with no obvious cause. Read more

Though authentic jambalaya typically calls for sausage and/or seafood, this meat-free version is still big on flavor and is likely to be appreciated by vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike. Read more

Published by CBC News

Type 1 diabetes projected to double in young European children

The number of European children under the age of five with Type 1 diabetes could double by 2020, a rapid increase that points to environmental factors, researchers say. Read more

By Susan Donaldson James

When sex researcher Rachel K. Jones published a report that suggests the much-maligned withdrawal method of birth control was nearly as effective as condoms in preventing pregnancy, she was showered with criticism.

And it wasn't evangelicals who had taken virginity pledges who pulled out the big guns. Read more

Updated on June 1, 2009

If you and your partner have been given clean bills of health but you're struggling to get pregnant, you should know that some simple dietary and lifestyle measures can dramatically increase your chances of getting pregnant.

What follows is a list of the most important steps that you and your partner can take to increase your chances of getting pregnant. Read more