As we head into fall, here are some tips to combat the common cold. Colds are caused by more than 200 viruses that infect the upper respiratory tract. They are spread through the air by sneezing or coughing, and are also spread by contact with a contaminated object. In response to an invasion by a […]
5 superfoods to kickstart your week
Start your week off right with 5 superfoods that can fuel and nourish your body. 1. Goji Berries Also known as wolfberry, desert thorn and matrimony vine, these potent berries have been used as a medicinal food on Tibet for over 1,700 years. Goji berries are deep red in color and are often dried […]
stoking the flames of inflammation
Inflammation is a protective attempt by the body to remove injurious stimuli and to initiate the healing process. It is part of the complex biological response of vascular tissues to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants. Biologically, inflammation itself was intended to be protective, but because the causes of inflammation are so insidious in […]
fun in the sun
After a relatively mild couple of summer months, we are entering the really sunny and hot period here in Austin, Texas. With so many wonderful outdoor activities to choose from in this town, how can we protect ourselves from the potentially damaging rays of the sun? Be safe in the sun 90% of wrinkles are […]
the symphony within
Foods contain an enormous number of chemical substances, also known as nutrients. All of these different nutrients work together like an orchestra. Each instrument in an orchestra contributes to the ensemble but does not singularly define it. Just as each individual instrument in an orchestra works collaboratively with the other instruments to produce a beautiful […]
nourish the soil before you plant the seed
How important is it to prepare your body for pregnancy before you conceive? As a functional medicine physician, I believe that the first opportunity you have to optimize your child’s health is in the preconception period. By making meaningful changes in the 6-12 month period before you conceive, you can ensure that you are creating the […]
