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Kristie Leong M.D.
Kristie Leong M.D.

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Published in BeingWell

·4 days ago

A Cup of Coffee and a Mental Health Crisis: How Caffeine Affects Mental Illness

Is caffeine a friend or foe if you have mental health issues? Caffeine is a powerful bioactive substance that can give you an energy boost and promote alertness and focus. What’s the most popular source of caffeine? Coffee, of course! Many people rely on its energizing effects to help them…

Mental Health

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A Cup of Coffee and a Mental Health Crisis: How Caffeine Affects Mental Illness
A Cup of Coffee and a Mental Health Crisis: How Caffeine Affects Mental Illness
Mental Health

6 min read


Published in ILLUMINATION

·Jan 27

Adopt These 4 (Practical) Small Habits To Develop A Writing Voice That Stands Out

Make your writing speak with a voice that’s uniquely yours. — The competition has never been greater. Nowadays, writers have to compete with other writers but more recently we have another type of “writer” to contend with — AI (artificial intelligence) generated content from AI writers and Chat GPF. What’s a writer to do? One way you compete and rise among…

Writing

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Adopt These 4 (Practical) Small Habits To Develop A Writing Voice That Stands Out
Adopt These 4 (Practical) Small Habits To Develop A Writing Voice That Stands Out
Writing

5 min read


Published in BeingWell

·Jan 25

The Surprising Lessons of Hippocrates: Uncovering 3 Hidden Truths about Health and Wellness

The lesser-known teachings of Hippocrates and their impact on health and wellness. You never met him but you know of him. His teachings on the importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle for maintaining good health are still relevant today. Hippocrates, widely considered one of the most influential Greek physicians…

Hippocrates

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The Surprising Lessons of Hippocrates: Uncovering 3 Hidden Truths about Health and Wellness
The Surprising Lessons of Hippocrates: Uncovering 3 Hidden Truths about Health and Wellness
Hippocrates

5 min read


Published in MIDFORM

·Jan 22

What’s the Deal With McDonald’s in Hospitals?

The terrible message hospitals send when they allow fast food behind their healing walls. — Fast food restaurants in hospitals? It’s a pet peeve of mine. We don’t have a McDonald’s in our largest hospital but a greasy spoon restaurant that’s just as bad or worse. What kind of message do hospitals send when they host fast food joints? There are at least 18 hospitals…

Mc Donalds

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What’s the Deal With McDonald’s in Hospitals?
What’s the Deal With McDonald’s in Hospitals?
Mc Donalds

4 min read


Published in MIDFORM

·Jan 21

Is Your Glass Half Full? How Optimism Can Impact Your Life Span

How you think may determine how you live and how long. — Are you an optimist or a pessimist? Do you have a perpetual smile on your face and always see the glass as half full? The answer may have a bigger impact on your life than you think. Studies show that optimism can affect longevity. Combining data from two large, long-term…

Optimism

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Is Your Glass Half Full? How Optimism Can Impact Your Life Span
Is Your Glass Half Full? How Optimism Can Impact Your Life Span
Optimism

4 min read


Published in MIDFORM

·Jan 19

Supercharge Your Writing in 60 Seconds: Make Your Headline Bold and Declarative

Make sure your headline isn’t a snoozer or your article will get the cold shoulder. — The headlines you write for articles on Medium.com and other sites can be the difference in your masterpiece being read or ignored. With the flood of articles out there, it’s hard to stand out. Unfortunately, most people aren’t skilled at writing headlines and feel uncomfortable creating one and this leads…

Writing Tips

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Supercharge Your Writing in 60 Seconds: Make Your Headline Bold and Declarative
Supercharge Your Writing in 60 Seconds: Make Your Headline Bold and Declarative
Writing Tips

3 min read


Published in MIDFORM

·Jan 17

Stressed Out? How to Reclaim Your Calm with Play-Doh

The surprising benefits of using Play-Doh as a stress reliever — Have you ever been so stressed out that you feel like you have to release it or you’ll explode? There are lots of ways to do that — through controlled breathing, exercise, and even punching a punching bag. But here’s one fun way to relieve stress you may not have…

Mental Health

3 min read

Stressed Out? How to Reclaim Your Calm with Play-Doh
Stressed Out? How to Reclaim Your Calm with Play-Doh
Mental Health

3 min read


Jan 17

Please Stop Assuming Obese People Are Lazy and Only Eat Fast Food

The reality of being obese and why we need more empathy — America has a problem. Too many insensitive people assume those who are obese got that way by being lazy and overindulging in high-calorie food. Here’s a typical conversation I’ve had with people who are the victim of this: Patient: “I can’t take it anymore. Everywhere I go, I feel like…

Obesity

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Please Stop Assuming Obese People Are Lazy and Only Eat Fast Food
Please Stop Assuming Obese People Are Lazy and Only Eat Fast Food
Obesity

3 min read


Published in MIDFORM

·Jan 13

3 Kitchen Gadgets to Help You Kick the Junk Food Addiction

Tempted by unhealthy cravings? These gadgets can get you back on track. — Giving up your favorite junk food might seem like an impossible task — the afternoon runs to Taco Bell and the bag of chips you munch on. It’s often hard to push aside the joy you get from that perfect combination of crunchy, greasy, sweet, and salty. 🌮 And who…

Junk Food

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3 Kitchen Gadgets to Help You Kick the Junk Food Addiction
3 Kitchen Gadgets to Help You Kick the Junk Food Addiction
Junk Food

3 min read


Published in MIDFORM

·Jan 12

Have You Discovered the Stress-Busting Benefits of Rooibos Tea?

A caffeine-free way to reduce stress and boost mental wellness — What do you sip when you’re stressed or anxious? If you’re jittery, you’ll want to avoid caffeinated beverages, like coffee and tea. You could opt for a soothing cup of chamomile tea, but there’s another caffeine-free “tea,” also known as a tisane, that’s a relaxing cup of calm. …

Rooibos Tea

3 min read

Have You Discovered the Stress-Busting Benefits of Rooibos Tea?
Have You Discovered the Stress-Busting Benefits of Rooibos Tea?
Rooibos Tea

3 min read

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Kristie Leong M.D.

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Family physician who believes proper nutrition for optimal health & disease prevention. https://www.histaminedoctor.com

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