If you’ve come into my treatment room and talked with me about what’s been stressing you out lately, there’s a good chance it wasn’t about money, or work deadlines, or traffic. It was about a person. A spouse who won’t see it your way. A sibling who voted differently than you. A friend whose beliefs […]
Most of us have heard that “tech neck” or forward head posture isn’t great for us. But did you know it could be connected to symptoms far beyond neck pain — including digestive problems, anxiety, heart palpitations, dizziness, and even brain fog? The key link is a remarkable nerve called the vagus nerve — and understanding it […]
Key concept: fermented dairy is a powerful resource for gut health. Over the past few weeks, I’ve embarked on a culinary adventure that I believe offers substantial health advantages for many of my patients. I’ve been experimenting with making kefir and yogurt at home using A2 milk, and recently, I’ve transitioned them into labneh, a […]
I have been drinking kefir each morning for the last 3 months. It is a fermented milk drink that’s gaining well-deserved attention for its impressive health benefits. Whether you’re new to kefir or have been drinking it for years, understanding what makes it so beneficial can help you make informed choices about incorporating it into […]
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 […]
This is a continuation from last week where I was discussing the diet portion of the makeover. Stage 1: the first seven days are designed to overcome lipotoxicity within our cells causing insulin resistance. To do this we have to force our cells to want to burn any available fats in storage for energy. […]
Last weekend I went to a seminar titled Building a Better Brain. The seminar email said that it was about how to treat Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline. The lecturer was a kick-ass gal from Georgia who really knew her stuff. More importantly, she was in actual clinical practice dealing with real patients every day. This […]
Last weekend I went to a nutrition class focused on how to address nutritional causes of mental health issues. It was excellent. It took a lot of the knowledge I already had and extended it in ways I had not thought of before. Simple little strategies that anyone can do at home can make […]