A few days ago, I read an article in Rolling Stone about the horrific fentanyl drug problem they have in downtown Portland. It seems that four years ago, Portland voters decided to make illegal drug use legal and instead try to direct addicts toward mental health treatment. On paper, it sounds like a good, compassionate […]
In our DIY health series, I’ve been exploring whether your upper GI tract is underperforming. If it is, the first step is to support its function by adding hydrochloric acid, enzymes, or bile salts. Now, let’s talk about how we can restore normal functioning. While supplements might be helpful initially, our goal should be for […]
Last week, we talked about pancreas function as the second step in building our health. The pancreas is super important because it makes digestive enzymes that break down proteins, starches, and fats into smaller pieces. These smaller pieces are called peptides, amino acids, sugars, and fatty acids. Fatty acids and glycerol are really important because […]
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 […]