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When I was a kid growing up in sunny San Diego, we always had aloe vera plants growing in pots on our patio. Anytime any one of us had a sunburn (I’m embarrassed to admit how often it happened), we would cut off a leaf and apply the gel inside to the scorched skin. It was a sweet relief. As it turns out, that natural sunburn gel is good for a lot more than just that. In this article, my team at UpWellness will take you on a guided tour of aloe vera, how to use it, and everything…
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In nearly 20 years of clinical practice, I learned a great many lessons from my patients. One of the most valuable is this: Oatmeal means different things to different people. So, when a patient tells me that they eat oatmeal for breakfast…I ask for details. And sometimes I’m shocked. I’ve had patients tell me that they add massive amounts of butter, sugar, cream or even condensed milk which turns their otherwise healthy oatmeal into a decadent dessert rather than a healthy breakfast. For me, oatmeal is simple…all I add is a bit of frozen fruit, a sprinkle of cinnamon,…
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As unsettling as it may seem, you are dependent on bacteria. Trillions of them. The difference between robust health and debilitating disease can hinge…
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“Reality is the leading cause of stress…among those who are in touch with it.” I’ve got to agree with Lily Tomlin on that one,…
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Protein is a nutrient that people associate with lean, muscular physiques and low-carb weight loss diets. Scan the headlines, and you will undoubtedly see…
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There’s a world of difference between the words “possibly” and “probably.” The former implies a real but remote possibility. The latter refers to a…
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I have to hold my breath when I pass by the lawn products at my local garden center. This time of year, the shelves…
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You’ve undoubtedly heard the expression “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Unfortunately, that wisdom gets ignored or forgotten by both…
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