Fall is finally here and there are hints of cooler air in the mornings here in Central Texas! Cold and flu season is quickly approaching, and I want to make sure that you are well prepared this season. A healthy immune system is the best defense you have. Below are some easy tips to stay healthy, […]
tips to stay healthy during the cold & flu season
It’s November and you can feel a delightful crispness in the air here in Central Texas. One of the less delightful things about this time of year is the increased incidence of illness. As we march into late fall and winter, cold and flu season begins to rear its ugly head. In fact, it can be an […]
Why is Bone Broth a Superfood?
“Good soup is one of the prime ingredients of good living. For soup can do more to lift the spirits and stimulate the appetite than any other one dish.” – Louis P. De Gouy In the old days, stock pots boiled and bubbled on stovetops across the world, transforming the left-over bits of meat, bones, and […]
8 Rules I Live By to Stay Sane With 2 Kids Under Age 8
As an integrative physician and mom of two children under the age of 8, I spend lots of time contemplating and experiencing the juggling act that exists when one tries to create a balanced life. It’s a tough gig in this stressful world! Here are some of the mom hacks that I use to keep my family […]
10 surprising facts about vitamin d
Vitamin D is incredibly important but often overlooked. It’s important to have your levels checked on a routine basis and to make sure that you are not Vitamin D deficient. Here are some reasons why: 1. Vitamin D plays a big role in expressing your genes! Vitamin D modulates about 3 percent of gene transcription in the […]
everything you need to know to make great green smoothies
Now that the weather is warming up, it’s a great time to lighten up, shed those winter clothes, and start drinking green smoothies again! A recent study out of the UK found that people who consume more than 7 servings of fruits and veggies a day have a lower risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease than those […]
