You likely have a sense about stress being a bad thing for your health and happiness. Studies have shown that chronic stress can be more fatal than smoking1 and a stronger predictor of weight gain than genetics.2 As important as it is, you may feel that its causes are beyond your control. Many […]
My doctors and I test blood levels of Vitamin D on everyone we see in our clinic. When the results come in, two things happen: Pretty much everyone is low in Vitamin D Pretty much everyone is shocked that they are low in Vitamin D Why worry about Vitamin D? […]
Any time you feel a little frazzled and want to unwind, here is a great recipe that will help correct your cortisol and boost your mental focus. Ingredients: Fresh Ginger - roughly 1 tsp, unpeeled Fresh rosemary - 1/2 tsp Basil leaves - 4 Directions: Fill your favorite mug 3/4 […]
Considering the vast amount of supplements available, it is easy to get overwhelmed. When it comes to which supplements for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and the supplements not to take with Hashimoto’s, let’s consider this strategy: keep it focused and keep it simple.
No matter how good you take we try to do the simplest things to keep healthy, sometimes we need extra help in the form of surgery. Thankfully, there is good science available to show you how you can: Heal Faster Have less pain Shorten a hospital stay Needless pain medicine […]
Have you ever thought about why you take pills? I have a cupboard in my kitchen that serves as a purgatory for pills I'm not taking regularly yet am not ready to discard. Most are samples, promotions and freebies from those in the health industry given for me to try. […]
What is potty talk? Plain and simple, it’s talking about bowel movements. As a doctor, I encounter many questions regarding regularity, constipation, strain, and hemorrhoids. You may have one or more of these questions, as well, and are wondering how to help yourself. It’s important to realize both healthy bowel […]
Day to day, you and I encounter many variables that affect our cortisol levels. From daily stress to the foods we eat—all can and do affect the way our adrenals function, and, consequently the way you feel and even sleep. Let’s tackle a few questions to give you some understanding […]
Are you frustrated by your lack of sleep? Do you find it difficult to fall asleep in the first place? Sleep is such a huge factor when it comes to your health. If you’re not consistently getting a good night’s sleep, it may not only be frustrating, but may also […]
Let’s face it. When your digestion isn’t working properly, it’s no fun. Do you suffer from cramping, bloating, irregularity, swelling or irritable bowel syndrome? You may be eating food that’s good for you, exercising, drinking lots of water, and your stomach is still uncomfortable and cramping after you eat. What […]