What to Eat for Good Kidney Health
What to Eat for Good Kidney Health “What, did the failed Kidney say to the donor Kidney? I’m out; urine!” Let’s hope this joke never becomes a reality for us… Below your rib cage on either side of your spine are a pair of organs that look like, well, kidney beans. The namesake of the […]
3 Cancer-Fighting Foods to Consider for Optimal Health
3 Cancer-Fighting Foods to Consider for Optimal Health “You are what you eat,” as the popular saying goes. That rings all the more true when you consider your health—and particularly, your cancer risk. Your diet is one of the primary factors which can set your body up for health or disease. The nutrients (or lack […]
Essential Nutrients for Better Eye Health
Essential Nutrients for Better Eye Health When you think about food and nutrition, your mind likely goes to heart health, weight, maybe even hormonal balances. But did you know that your diet plays a major role in the health of your eyes? The food and supplements you take can hugely impact the quality of your […]
The Ugly Truth about Artificial Sweeteners
The Ugly Truth about Artificial Sweeteners “Sugar pie honey bunch, you know that I love you,” is how the song “Can’t Help Myself” by The Four Tops begins. The singers were talking about their sweetie – a person – but many of us with a sweet tooth have a similar love for sugary treats. In recent […]
Blue Zones and the Keys to Healthy Longevity
Blue Zones and the Keys to Healthy Longevity Occasionally on the news, you’ll see a headline about a woman who lived to 112, or perhaps someone in your county who just hit their 100th birthday. But what if there were whole communities of people who lived to 100 and beyond? What if becoming a centenarian […]
Cardiovascular Disease is Not Just About the Heart
Cardiovascular Disease is Not Just About the Heart I listened to another great podcast on Dr. Mark Hyman’s Farmacy – Longevity Roadmap series. He and his guests from The Ultrawellness Center where they focus on a functional medicine approach to treat patients, talk about drivers of heart disease and what we can do to prevent […]
The Diet Army Against Cancer
The Diet Army Against Cancer Albert Einstein said “Intellectuals solve problems, geniuses prevent them.” A proper whole-foods based diet does more than keep you healthy, it can also help your body actively fight against cancer and prevent its development. With more and more people in the US getting diagnosed with cancer each year, it’s vital […]
Hypertension – It’s Not Just About the Salt
Hypertension is one of the most prevalent medical conditions in the nation, affecting nearly half of all adults in the US. However, many people are unaware of the risks and complications associated with high blood pressure. Before delving into the lifestyle modifications that can reduce the risk of and manage the diagnosis of high blood […]
Breaking the Binge Eating Cycle: Darn it – It’s your hormones
Binge eating plagues a lot of us. The post-meal or late night snack raids of Domino’s pizza, a box of Oreo’s, or a pint (or two) of Jenni’s ice cream has become a secret, shame-ridden ritual for many people, especially in places like the US where heavily processed food is more common and readily available. […]
You are the Salt of the Earth – Common Myths About Hypertension
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a catalyst for heart disease and stroke, two of the leading causes of death in the United States. Nearly half of the adults in the US have high blood pressure (characterized by a blood pressure of 130/80mmHg or higher) and only one quarter of those are properly […]