Last week, we focused on evaluating stomach health as the first step in building our health. The key piece of information we were looking for was whether the stomach was able to produce enough of the super strong acid it needs to break apart the protein bonds that bundle it up into the complex shapes […]
The inspiration for today’s article was some research I was doing on thyroid gland disorder symptoms. The information I reviewed impressed me as a great example of how profoundly interwoven our body systems are. There is a strong tendency in the medical system to compartmentalize and segregate each of the body’s systems as though they […]
As a consequence of writing last weeks newsletter on living a lifestyle based on just enough, it became clear that a fundamental concept the article was based on was unclear. The article revolved around the ability to develop feeling skills in order to be successful in life. Feeling skills are such an intrinsic part […]
How much is enough? In today’s fast-paced world, finding balance can often feel daunting. However, the Swedish concept of “lagom,” which translates to “just the right amount,” offers a refreshing perspective that could significantly benefit our modern American lifestyle, particularly in terms of health and wellness. This philosophy encourages us to seek moderation in all aspects of […]
It has been many years since I have reported on the benefits of whole-body vibration. Since that time, there have been many new studies on the use of whole-body vibration, particularly for helping to rebuild bone density. As I get older, I am noticing that many of my patients are also getting older. As a […]
The recent malnutrition death of Vegan Tik Tok and Instagram influencer Zahanna Samsonova was a shock to her millions of devoted followers. She was preaching the power and joys of eating a raw food vegan diet. Convinced that this was the healthiest and most natural way to eat, she was sure that it would make […]
A couple years ago I wrote a lengthy article on the causes of osteoarthritis. Check it out here. I wish to revisit this subject because, although the article was informative, it was shy on directions as to what to do specifically. Disease conditions are complex with many different factors that come into play in creating disease. I […]
I really like the idea of functional foods. What do I mean by functional foods? I am referring to foods that improve the function of our bodies. Most real foods serve us by supplying energy and raw materials the body uses to repair itself. Functional foods go beyond energy and raw materials by promoting specific […]
As many of you know, I spent the last week vacationing at a resort in Mexico with my older son, his wife, and my two grandkids. It was an opportunity to completely unwind and do nothing. Well, almost nothing; I did eat too much, so that is something. We all had little wrist tags that […]
In my last newsletter, I wrote about pain for no reason. I discussed many different causes for such pain, but I did not say what to do about pain. This is not as simple an answer as most of us would like. Most people think of popping a pill when they feel pain, and there […]