*Updated 11/5/20 Sniffles, sneezes, itchy eyes, a pesky cough. These bothersome symptoms are all cardinal signs of seasonal allergies. Also referred to as hay fever or allergic rhinitis – these allergy symptoms can make you downright miserable. But before you head to the drugstore to pick up an over the counter allergy medication, you might…
As a functional medicine physician who has dedicated my career to uncovering the root causes of complex chronic illness, I've been closely following the emerging research on Long COVID. The persistent, debilitating symptoms that follow COVID-19 infection have puzzled many conventional medical practitioners, but new research is shedding light on a promising pathway to understanding and treating this condition.
Ever wondered if that childhood advice to eat your broccoli might have held more wisdom than you thought? As it turns out, there is actually a hidden superhero in those vibrant green florets – working its magic to boost your brainpower. This hidden superhero I’m referring to is a compound known as sulforaphane. Today we’re…
We’ll explore the intricate and complex connection between the two. So let's start by defining exactly what systemic sclerosis is.
You’re doing all the “right” things – eating clean, sweating it out, taking your supplements, maybe even trying a full-on detox protocol – but you still don’t feel quite right. The brain fog lingers. The inflammation flares. The fatigue won’t budge. Sound familiar? If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of chronic symptoms, mystery reactions,…
Teach Your Children Well. A recent study shows that children taught (by example) to eat for emotional reasons, are more likely to eat poorly and be overweight. Guess where they learned it? Yep – researchers at the University of Birmingham, UK set out to answer that question. They studied the dietary habits of 25 children…
Don't put anything on your skin you wouldn't eat! Avoid mainstream consumer skin care, cosmetics and personal care products, period! Need soap? Try natural brands like Dr Bronner's, Mrs. Meyers, Watkins or Nubain Heritage. Don't eat foods made with chemicals you can't pronounce. Read the ingredients labels. If the list of ingredients is too long…
The holidays are right around the corner. And you’re probably mulling over what to get your loved ones and what to put on your own wish list. Well, I’ve got you covered – here are my favorite healthy gifts and ideas to help you give the gift of wellness this holiday season.
If you’re reading this, you’re most likely staring at a screen right now. Whether you’re at work, relaxing at home, or simply running errands, chances are electronic devices are a crucial part of nearly everything you do. And with our ever-increasing reliance on the convenience and incredible advancements that modern technology delivers, it’s no wonder…
The Biology of Food Addiction The Calorie Hypothesis Current view: Obesity is just lack of will power …eat less, exercise more The Biology of Food Addiction. This model fails because: Our body's wise compensatory mechanisms defend against weight loss by decreasing energy expenditure and increasing appetite as we diet High glycemic carbohydrates (like added refined sugars,…
