Flower Power
It’s snowing outside as I write these words, but the variety of household plants and flower arrangements throughout my home is just the thing to warm my spirit and brighten my days during this wintery weather. It’s a noticeable effect… and I’m not the only one who has noticed.
How To Start A Plant-Based Diet
The most important health advice I give my patients can be summed up in just a few words — Eat a plant-based diet.
You’ve Got To Be Nuts
I like to think of nuts as the original dietary supplement… and I prescribe them at almost every appointment. That’s because these tasty kernels pack a lot of health benefits in a very small package. Studies show that people who eat 20 grams of them a day (about a small handful) derive substantial health benefits […]
Saunas: The Poor Man’s Pharmacy
Saunas have never caught on in the US the way they have in Finland, where they are a cultural institution. I suspect that when most Americans think of a sauna, they have a vision of a group of old folks sitting in the steam room at the gym. Well, if that’s how you envision a […]
Acupuncture For Pain
Mainstream medicine views the body through the lens of Western science, a view that has led to remarkable advancements in medical research and technology. It’s a view that I embrace, and one which has guided my career for decades. But it’s not the only view there is. The body (and the symptoms and illnesses that […]
Non-Dairy Milk Alternatives
Bertrand Russell was on point when he said, “The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.” I admit that I have strong opinions when it comes to food and nutrition…but I’m really not a fanatic. As such, I do […]
More Bad News For Ibuprofen
The long list of side effects of Ibuprofen just got a little longer. The popular over-the-counter painkiller, which is marketed under the name of Advil and Motrin, belongs to a class of pharmaceuticals known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), which are used to treat aches, pains, fevers, chills, and many inflammatory conditions (like rheumatoid arthritis).
Is ‘XYZ’ Healthy?
People are paying greater attention to their health than any time I can remember. They are more aware of how dietary choices and lifestyle factors can impact their health. One indication of this trend is a question that my patients frequently ask me, “Is (fill in the blank) healthy?”
Good News, Ladies: Studies Show Women Are Fitter Than Men
I am blessed to have lots of strong women in my life. I was raised by an incredible mom, I have an amazing wife, and two exceptional daughters. When it comes to inner-strength, vitality, and sheer stamina…guys, the gals invariably run circles around us.
The Health Benefits of Your Morning Brew
The scientific verdict is virtually unanimous — your morning coffee is not a “guilty pleasure” that you should feel bad about, but rather a very healthy way to start the day. The latest confirmation comes in the form of a meta-analysis published in The BMJ, which examined dozens of observational studies looking at coffee consumption […]
