4 Reasons I Love Marshmallows
Generally speaking, I’m not a fan of marshmallows…with four notable exceptions.
Lectins: The New Health Villian?
The media and the public have an insatiable appetite for controversy which is why dubious ideas often get a lot more traction than they deserve. This is particularly true when it comes to health fads, which can sometimes be little more than pseudoscience wrapped up in catchy phrases and clever marketing.
Purple Oatmeal
There is so much to learn by being observant. As I was adding a handful of fresh blueberries to my morning oatmeal recently, I noticed something unusual. I usually use frozen berries in my oatmeal and I’ve grown accustomed to seeing them “stain” my breakfast.
Back Stiffness — A Protective Illusion?
“My head feels like it’s in a vise.” “The tingling sensation in my limbs feel like pins and needles.” “It’s like a stabbing pain in my belly.”
Mind Over Milkshakes
The stories you tell yourself have a dramatic influence on your health. With that in mind (no pun intended) I’d like to share a famous study that shows just how critical your story can be when it comes to your wellbeing.
How To Get More Vegetarian Protein
The meat, poultry, dairy, and egg industry have many Americans convinced that animal protein is a necessary ingredient in a healthy diet. This myth has been perpetuated by a great deal of media, most recently with all of the hype around the paleo diet. I’d like to set the record straight here…You do not need […]
Inflammation Prevents Weight Loss
In my office, I see a steady parade of patients who tell me that they have been eating well and exercising… but the pounds just won’t come off. It’s so frustrating for them, and many of them feel like their doctors simply don’t believe them and assume that they’re not telling the truth about their […]
More Beautiful For Being Broken
As a physician, I’m acutely aware of the fragility of life. Health is a both a precious and precarious gift. A person can appear hale and hearty one day but face a life-threatening illness the next.
How Artificial Sweeteners Cause Digestive Distress
Here’s a frightening story for all of you parents out there…and one that many of you can probably relate to. It was the middle of the night and my son came into our bedroom in agony. He was hunched over, whimpering, and clearly in distress…my first thought was that he probably had appendicitis and that […]
Lose 20 Pounds Using Simple Math
Here’s a math problem you won’t find in a textbook. I know you probably hate math…but solving this equation will help you subtract inches from your waist while adding years to your life.
