Health

No one Knows I Have Cancer Unless I Tell Them

In a matter of months I will look more like other cancer patients than like my own family. I have always been amazed by the capabilities of the human body, its ability to navigate us through life. I have taken care of my body by staying active and eating nutritious...

Is It Time to Jump Ship?

Considering the circumstances, do you feel the best you could possibly be feeling? Every day while locked in hotel quarantine, an Australian government social worker called me and posed that question. I thought it was a clever way to ask and it gave me pause to really...

Happy New Year 2022

What a year, right?!  Thank you to my Love and Medicine readers, I am truly grateful for your support. With so much to read out there, I am glad you choose me. Continue to comment and provide feedback. All of your emails and Ask Dr. Annie K. questions are anonymous....

PMDD

"I have been struggling with anxiety and depression throughout most of my life. However, the past few months I have started to notice that these feelings get a lot worse right before and during my period. During my period I feel like I am at my very lowest -...
Ask Dr. Annie K: B12 Injections

Ask Dr. Annie K: B12 Injections

  Should I get a B12 shot weekly @ 65 years old? B12 injections have been popular for decades. This is the most fun part of my job as a writer - I learn new things. While researching for this article, I have learned that I am borderline B12 deficient. Enough...

Ask Dr. Annie K: Ovulation

Ask Dr. Annie K: Ovulation

  How do I know when I am ovulating? Your question is a very good one. There are many reasons why someone would want to know about ovulation. These can be women and their partners who are trying to get pregnant, those who are trying to avoid getting pregnant, and...

Ask Dr. Annie K: Post-Menopause

Ask Dr. Annie K: Post-Menopause

  I am 5 years post menopausal and feel like crap. Going through menopause was/is one of the worst thing that has ever happened to me. I went through at the early age of 43 🙁 I haven’t felt like me in years. I have always exercised and I eat a very healthy...

Why We Need To talk About Sex

Why We Need To talk About Sex

The Pelvic Health Collaborative invited me to present a lecture about the importance of talking about sex with patients. I passionately believe it should be an integral part of an evaluation of an individuals' overall health and well-being. Any discussion with adult...

The Chosen People?

The Chosen People?

TEVYE: I know, I know. We are Your chosen people. But, once in awhile, can’t You choose someone else? Jewish people are roughly divided into two main groups; Ashkenazic and Sephardic. Simply stated, Ashkenazic Jews are from Central or Eastern Europe while Sephardic...

HAIR YOGA: Yes, It’s a Thing

HAIR YOGA: Yes, It’s a Thing

We all want to have better hair. Our hair reflects our health, genetics, age, hormone levels and priorities. I, unfortunately inherited my mom’s fine, wispy hair. I bring my stylist a picture of a killer hairstyle from a magazine - only to be told I need product. Lots...

Ask Dr. Annie K: Sex and Aging

Ask Dr. Annie K: Sex and Aging

My husband, who is 78, can't climax. He has the desire but loses the urge after a short time. He has had ed for several years but could still finish up to the last year or so. Is this age related? Any hope? - Anonymous   Thank you for this great question. I...

Are You Due For A Tune-Up?

Are You Due For A Tune-Up?

Dr. Annie K’s Spring Sex Tune-up   The human body is an absolute wonder. The way it bends and stretches, responds to pain and pleasure, protects us. It is upon us to take the time to honor and respect our bodies - by both daily words of gratitude and royal...

Hiking The Hike: Martin Katz Exposed

Hiking The Hike: Martin Katz Exposed

Moshe Katz says many people call him lucky. He prefers to see it as blessed. Either way, I have seen plenty of lucky/blessed people that don’t contribute to the world like he does. I call him a Renaissance man. I’m not sure who gets real close to Moshe, except for...