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 […]
4 common but often undiagnosed causes of fatigue
Did you know that fatigue affects millions of people around the world? There are many reasons for developing fatigue, but these are the top four reasons my patients present with fatigue in my practice. If you suffer from fatigue and you are having a tough time getting to the root cause, please work with a […]
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 […]
11 hidden sources of gluten
Navigating the world of gluten-free eating can be daunting, especially when you are just starting out. The premise of gluten-free eating is very simple: if you stick to whole, unprocessed foods and avoid wheat, barley, rye and all their derivatives, then you’re golden. However, easy as it may seem to get a simple, whole foods meal […]
is turmeric the fountain of youth?
Turmeric is used as a spice, food additive, and in herbal medicine throughout the world. Its amazing medicinal properties, which include anti-cancer, anti-oxidant, and anti-inflammatory capacities, are touted often, but could turmeric be the long-sought fountain of youth? It turns out that active research on turmeric has demonstrated that curcumin and its active metabolite, tetrahydrocurcumin […]
