#ask a doctor

Ask a Maui Doctor: Will Going Vegetarian Lower My Cholesterol?

Vegetarian diets, including total vegetarian or vegan diets, are healthful, nutritionally adequate, and may provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases.

Ask a Maui Doctor: How Much Should I Exercise a Day?

As a general goal, aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day. If you want to lose weight or meet specific fitness goals, you may need to exercise more.

Ask a Maui Doctor: Should I Fly if I Have an Ear Infection?

The common cold, ear infection or upper respiratory infection can cause a more prolonged blockage of the Eustachian tube.

Ask a Maui Doctor: What are the Risks of Snorkeling Over the Age of 50?

The majority of snorkeling deaths or emergencies in persons above age 50 are due to cardiac arrest, usually from a heart attack.

Ask a Maui Doctor: What are the Benefits of Alkaline Water?

Water that is too acidic or too alkaline can be detrimental to human health and lead to nutritional disequilibrium.

Ask A Maui Doctor: What Do I Need to Know About Rat Lungworm?

Rat lungworm affects everyone living in Hawaiʻi, whether you buy your produce at Costco or at the local farmers’ market.