Move well and move often: it’s smart advice for maintaining a strong, healthy body from head-to-toe, inside and out. With mounting evidence of the ill-effects associated with sitting too much, moving well has become essential for living well. The way your body moves (functions) is in direct relation to its form (structure) and vice versa. […]
Is there a diet for ADHD?
I see many patients and parents with children with ADD/ADHD. I commonly get asked if there is a diet to treat ADD/ADHD. The Feingold diet which was developed in the 1970s by Benjamin Feingold, MD, a pediatrician and allergist can be beneficial with children and adults with ADD/ADHD. The diet is very much like the […]
Watermelon Popsicle Sticks
Now that schools out for summer, my kids are constantly coming in the house for a cool snack, so they can go back outside and play. I like to have fun easy healthy grab and go snacks. Here is one of my favorites. Enjoy! Lay your watermelon on a cutting board (cut side down) Slice […]
Digital Devices & the Health of Your Eyes
We’re in a new age of convenience and connectivity, and with it comes new health concerns. More than ever, our eyes are in front of screens – from smart devices and computer monitors to televisions and movie screens. And, more than ever, people of all ages are complaining of eye fatigue, headaches, blurry vision, dry […]
Patients Q & A-What causes PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) is actually fairly common so you are NOT alone. Between 5 and 15 percent of women of childbearing age have PCOS, and many women with PCOS aren’t even aware they have it until they experience infertility. Underlying factors may be genetic. The good news is that PCOS is treatable. The first […]
To Grain or Not to Grain!
Grains are a hot topic in the nutrition world. When i’m working with patients I commonly get asked “should I avoid grains?” My programs are not about deprivation. My goal is to help you find out the foods for your own bio-individuality to help you reduce inflammation and restore gut integrity. It takes experimentation and […]
Estrogen Dominance in Men
Men naturally have both estrogens and androgens; however, for optimal function, they must stay in proper balance. Too much estrogen isn’t a problem just for women, men can also experience high estrogen symptoms. The rise of estrogen dominance in men is most likely the chemicals in foods and the environment that mirror the effects of […]
End of School-Transitioning into Summer Break!
The end of the school year is an exciting time for students, parents, and teachers. As the school year comes to a close, it can be a challenge to keep focused on what’s important and not get derailed by kids getting anxious to get the summer started. Here are some […]
Aloe Vera Benefits the Gut
With long, thick, plump and pointed deep green leaves, Aloe vera is one of the most well-recognized medicinal plants in the world. It has a long history of use in pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic products. A great deal of research supports the use of topical Aloe gel, balms and creams for wound healing, sunburn, frostbite, […]
Ecotherapy-The Nature Cure
Ecotherapy is more than a walk in the woods or watching a beautiful sunset. It’s an emerging form of treatment that can help with healing depression. It aims at restoring the connection to the natural world. Being near a green space lowers stress and reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression, and children with attention deficit […]