Noticing Nature
I’d like you take a moment to think about an experience you’ve had, one which has fostered feelings of wonder and joy. For me, watching a bee colony at work, observing the ebb and flow of ocean waves, or enjoying the beauty of a tree swaying in the breeze can fill me with a sense […]
Do You Trust Your Doctor to Give You Nutritional Advice?
Mainstream doctors are on the job site… but they do not have the right tools in the toolbox to help them to get the job done. This is a difficult dilemma… let me explain. Patients with chronic illnesses come to doctors as entrusted professionals who have dedicated their lives to the care of the sick. […]
The Health Benefits of Living Closer to Nature
The brain is a thicket of neurons (biologists estimate there are 100 billion nerve cells in the human cortex). One of the most amazing findings regarding this awe-inspiring organ is the way your brain rewires itself on a daily basis in response to your experiences and your environment. Neuroscientists refer to this ability as “plasticity,” […]
How To Use A Neti Pot
Last week, a patient I had not seen in over 10 years showed up in my office for an appointment. His wife was with him for support (he had a new and very serious illness) and she sat quietly throughout his appointment. I thought she looked familiar… and at the end of the visit I […]
6 Reasons To Eat Cruciferous Vegetables
Cruciferous vegetables can sound like a mouthful. The term Brassicaceae (which encompasses the family of cruciferous vegetables) can be a lot to swallow too. But I can promise you that the superfoods that fall into this plant group are ones that you’ll want to add to your diet. That’s because these nutrient-rich veggies are among […]
Fasting — A Path To Better Health?
Sometimes, less is more. It’s an adage that applies in many domains within our lives…and in the modern world, it most certainly applies to food. A large volume of research demonstrates that consuming fewer calories leads to better health.
4 Reasons I Love Marshmallows
Generally speaking, I’m not a fan of marshmallows…with four notable exceptions.
Lectins: The New Health Villian?
The media and the public have an insatiable appetite for controversy which is why dubious ideas often get a lot more traction than they deserve. This is particularly true when it comes to health fads, which can sometimes be little more than pseudoscience wrapped up in catchy phrases and clever marketing.
Purple Oatmeal
There is so much to learn by being observant. As I was adding a handful of fresh blueberries to my morning oatmeal recently, I noticed something unusual. I usually use frozen berries in my oatmeal and I’ve grown accustomed to seeing them “stain” my breakfast.
Back Stiffness — A Protective Illusion?
“My head feels like it’s in a vise.” “The tingling sensation in my limbs feel like pins and needles.” “It’s like a stabbing pain in my belly.”
