Lowering Your Cholesterol Levels, Naturally One in four Americans over the age of 45 are now taking a statin drug, despite the fact that there are over 900 studies proving their adverse effects, which run the gamut from muscle problems to diabetes and increased cancer risk. Statins deplete your body of CoQ10, which can have…
Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerance-What's up With Wheat? Have you been told you have “gluten-intolerance” or worse… that you have celiac disease? Many people go for years without knowing the connection between gluten and their gastrointestinal symptoms, autoimmune disease (thyroiditis, arthritis, lupus etc), skin disorder (eczema, acne, psoriasis), and even neurological disorders (epilepsy, ADHD, autism,…
Drink Coffee and Thrive!! Many patients are surprised to hear that I drink coffee. Not just an occasional cup, but every morning at 5:25am my Cuisinart automatic bean-grinding coffee maker whirs to a start, grinding the fresh-roasted beans from Silver Canyon Coffee (*Organic Ethiopian Unwashed Sidamo is our favorite) *The unwashed or “dry” coffee permits…
Boulder Farmer's Market Favorites! Hey readers… please stay tuned! This week I'll be blogging about some of my favorite venders and fresh produce at the Boulder Farmer's Market… and encouraging YOU to support your local organic and sustainable farms. I'll be featuring delicious recipes, insider tips to get the best produce, and introducing you to some…
10 Simple Rules to Healthy Grocery Shopping Habits. Are you boggled by the confusing array of suggestions for a healthy diet? Are you overwhelmed when shopping for your family and trying to feed them good food? Well, here are ten simple rules when eating that may simplify your life! Eating REAL, fresh food, will treat and…
Got Enough Folate or Folic Acid? Why it's Important to Get it Right! Folates are abundant in the diet but these compounds are readily destroyed by cooking or processing. The best sources are thought to be dark leafy greens. Sprouts, fruits, brewer's yeast, and organ meats, like liver & kidney are also good sources. …
Reviews and Comparisons of Almond Milk: Best & Worst. Are you looking for a dairy-free, soy-free alternative to milk? Almond and coconut milks are delicious and healthy alternatives. If you own a juicer, it is quite simple to make your own… however, if you want to try commercially available brands, I've tried them all and…
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, rye and spelt. Currently, the only treatment available is the adoption of a lifelong gluten free diet, which is made particularly challenging due to the prevalence of wheat in western diets. It is an excellent example of environmental challenge meeting gene…
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) may be linked to genetics, but an unhealthy diet will exaggerate symptoms, even in individuals not predisposed. Simply eliminating foods that cause symptoms can be helpful but adding key nutrients back into your diet will have an even greater impact. Individuals with ADHD may be sensitive to sugar, processed foods and…
Here are 10 Lessons on Diet Longevity Non-Industrialized Cultures Characteristics of Traditional Diets The diets of healthy, nonindustrialized peoples contain no refined or denatured foods or ingredients, such as refined sugar or high fructose corn syrup; white flour; canned foods; pasteurized, homogenized, skim or lowfat milk; refined or hydrogenated vegetable oils; protein powders; artificial vitamins;…
