Jean Haab, MD

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07/10/2025

A few of my patients are die-hard outdoor exercisers, which can be tough in extreme elements like summer’s very high temperatures. But there are a handful of tactics you can take to help make your summer workouts safer.
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It’s mid-summer, 90 degrees and humid, but you want to work out and you prefer doing it outdoors. Treadmills really aren’t your thing – you feel like a hamster walking or running on one. You’re probably aware summer heat raises your risk for sunburn, heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat str...

07/08/2025

Many of my patients want to lose weight quickly, and I can’t blame them. But rapid weight loss is difficult to sustain; in fact, it’s usually followed by rapid weight gain. Here’s more on the importance of losing weight gradually.

A lot of people trying to lose weight often start out fast – dropping pounds at a rapid pace. But losing weight too fast can be detrimental to your health and sabotage your overall goals. Rapid weight loss is often followed by rapid weight gain. Or worse: Rapid weight loss can put your health at r...

06/26/2025

Extreme heat can be problematic for your health, especially if you’re active outdoors. At the beginning of each summer, I tell my patients how important it is to prevent heat-related issues. Here’s what I tell them.

Summer 2023 was the hottest summer on record, according to National Aeronautics and Space Administration (more commonly known as NASA). And summer 2024 is on track to beat it.

06/24/2025

Many of my patients are very conscious about germs, regularly using hand sanitizers, wipes and cleaners at home and while on the go. But can taking these precautions really help prevent illness? Not necessarily. Here’s what you need to know.

Many of us take active measures to control our exposure to germs. This includes carrying hand sanitizer, cleaning public spaces with antiseptic wipes and stocking our homes with antibacterial soap.

06/19/2025

It’s important to adopt a gut-friendly diet. Poor gut health can lead to digestive issues, a weak immune system, skin problems and sleep disturbances. Where should you begin? I tell my patients, start by making sure you’re getting enough probiotics and prebiotics into your diet. Here’s what you need to know. https://bit.ly/441J7Lv

American interest in gut health began rising about 15 years ago. But research on gut microbiome dates back to the 1840s when European scientists studied the role of bacteria in the breakdown of food, the effects gut microorganisms have on health and the importance of probiotics.

06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day! The men in our lives look out for us – whether they’re our partners, fathers or sons. Unfortunately, many of them don’t look out for themselves when it comes to health. And there’s a surprising gap in understanding many basic men’s health issues. How much do you know about men’s health? Take our quiz to test your knowledge.

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06/12/2025

If you’re one of my patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, I know you have your hands full managing your condition. But the next time you’re in the office we need to talk about living a heart-healthy lifestyle. The inflammation involved in inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) can raise your risk for a heart attack by 23 percent. In the meantime, here’s more on IBD and heart attacks. https://bit.ly/2HRIZqg

Chronic inflammation of the gut can increase the risk of a heart attack and stroke. This is one reason MDVIP focuses on inflammation as a risk factor for disease.

06/10/2025

Weight loss is a top concern in my practice. Many patients can drop some weight after making some simple lifestyle changes. But sometimes, lifestyle changes aren’t enough. There’s a deeper issue involved, for example, gut health. Here’s how your gut biome can affect your weight.

You’ve cleaned-up your diet, cut your calories and ramped up your workouts, but the scale still hasn’t budged. We all know that managing weight can be a difficult, complex process. And experts still don’t have all the answers. But a new weight management variable has caught the attention of re...

06/05/2025

I get a lot of questions about metabolism from my patients. I know it’s a confusing subject. And it doesn’t help that there’s so much misinformation about how to speed up your metabolism on social channels and late night TV. Here is an overview of how your metabolism works and the role it plays in your health. https://bit.ly/3oKa0CP

Metabolism is the chemical process where nutrients are converted into energy or calories. It’s one of the most essential processes in our body.

06/03/2025

Depression is often associated with women more than men. But it also affects men and in large numbers. Unfortunately, men are less likely to address their depression than women. One reason is many men don’t experience textbook depression symptoms. Here’s some information I use to help educate my patients.
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Depression also affects men and in large numbers — about six million American men struggle with depression. However, it usually goes undiagnosed.

05/29/2025

With summer right around the corner, you’re probably spending more time outdoors and a lot more time around mosquitoes. As you know, mosquitoes are a hassle and spread viruses. For my patients who swear they’re mosquito magnets (and even for those who don’t), check out these six tips to help you control mosquitoes.
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Now that we’re heading into the summer months, you’ll probably spend more time outdoors and a lot more time around mosquitoes. If you’re one of those people mosquitoes love to target, we have some good news.

05/27/2025

For years, a lack of sleep has been associated with obesity, heart disease and diabetes. However, a recent study is now linking insomnia with dementia. Here’s what you need to know. https://bit.ly/3yEXKDO

Sleep deprivation is associated with raising the risk of numerous health conditions. Now, a study recently published suggested that poor sleep may be linked to dementia.

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Bryn Mawr, PA
19010

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