Hip bursitis vs. arthritis: How to tell the difference
Fitness for longevity: Which type matters most?
Ministrokes linked to elevated risk of dementia
Continuous glucose monitors benefit people who don't need insulin
CoQ10: Should you take this popular supplement if you're on a statin?
Microplastics: A hidden health threat?
Oat vs. dairy milk: Nutrition, benefits, and downsides
What is tempeh? Benefits, nutrition, and how to use it
Healing after food poisoning
Whole grains may improve several heart risk factors at once
Howard E. LeWine, MD
Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing; Editorial Advisory Board Member, Harvard Health Publishing
Dr. Howard LeWine is a practicing internist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Chief Medical Editor at Harvard Health Publishing, and editor in chief of Harvard Men’s Health Watch.
Posts by Howard E. LeWine, MD
Howard E. LeWine, MD
Physical therapy as good as surgery and less risky for one type of lower back pain
Heart Health
How can I raise my HDL cholesterol?
Howard E. LeWine, MD
Early scans for back pain add cost but offer little benefit for seniors
Diet and nutrition
Are blueberries especially healthy?
Howard E. LeWine, MD
This year’s flu vaccine “disappointing” against main flu virus
Diet and nutrition
How can I turn my favorite muffins into a healthier treat?
Heart Health
How can I build up my blood hemoglobin level?
Howard E. LeWine, MD
Millions of adults skip medications due to their high cost
Exercise and Fitness
Some exercise beats none; more is better
Diet and nutrition
Are whole grains that important?
Howard E. LeWine, MD
People with type 1 diabetes are living longer
Howard E. LeWine, MD
Full bladder wakes 2 in 3 women at night
Eye Health
Can certain foods lower the risk of developing macular degeneration?
Digestive Health
What is gastroparesis and how can it be managed?
Diet and nutrition
Is poultry a good source of protein?
ask the doctor
Are artificial sweeteners a good sugar alternative?
Dental Health
Why do I have bad breath in the morning?
Immune and infectious diseases
Does a lingering cough mean I still have an infection?
Cancer
Medicare says it will cover lung cancer scans for long-time smokers
Dental Health
What causes a sensitive tongue?
Diet and nutrition
What are some tips for eating healthier when we eat out?
Ear, nose, and throat
Is losing sense of smell a normal part of aging?
Dental Health
What could be causing an extremely salty taste in my mouth?
Sleep
Can alcohol before bed help you sleep?
Hip bursitis vs. arthritis: How to tell the difference
Fitness for longevity: Which type matters most?
Ministrokes linked to elevated risk of dementia
Continuous glucose monitors benefit people who don't need insulin
CoQ10: Should you take this popular supplement if you're on a statin?
Microplastics: A hidden health threat?
Oat vs. dairy milk: Nutrition, benefits, and downsides
What is tempeh? Benefits, nutrition, and how to use it
Healing after food poisoning
Whole grains may improve several heart risk factors at once
