As an integrative physician, I’ve had the privilege of entering a very special relationship with my patients. They courageously walk into my office, hopeful that together we’ll be able to figure out what’s going on in their body, but skeptical because they’ve been burned before—by other doctors who think that their symptoms are “all in […]
15 ways to improve your health in 15 minutes
It’s estimated that Americans use social media for more than an hour a day. That’s quite a chunk of time! If you invested 15 of those minutes to health-promoting activities, you could transform your life. Here are some ideas: 1. Make a green smoothie. Throw some spinach, kale, coconut milk, banana, and pineapple into your blender, […]
get your sweat on
Exercise, exercise, exercise! Everyone tells you to do it- your mom, your friends, and even your doctor, but does anyone tell you how to do it? Well, science is showing that the best way to exercise is not the way many of us have been taught – moderate and steady exercise programs do not provide […]
10 free ways to optimize wellness
Do you ever feel like it’s expensive to live a healthy life? I hear that a lot from my patients. Buying high-quality food, becoming involved in wellness classes and workshops, and investing in socially responsible products can add up — and it can definitely be overwhelming. Well, the good news is that there are many things that you […]
8 foods you should always buy
My take on healthy nutrition is that it’s a lot like an orchestra. Just as each instrument works with the others to produce a beautiful symphony, the nutrients in food work together to create the foundation for your health. It’s the interaction of nutrient-dense foods that enhances immune response, causes cancer cells to die, repairs DNA caused […]
what’s your family narrative?
A fascinating article came out last week in the New York Times about the power of the family narrative. Turns out that the more we understand and identify with an empowering family story, the happier and more resilient we tend to be. Piggybacking off of that topic, my question for you is: what’s your story? Is your personal narrative an […]
