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The pros and cons of plant based diets
When I am working with patients on weight loss, cholesterol, blood sugars and high blood pressure diet is a big topic I explore. Often I hear “I don’t eat that bad and I should be able to lose weight, control my blood sugars”, etc. Studies [...]
The benefits of detoxing
Thanksgiving is usually filled with food, food and more food. Many of you might be suffering a post-Thanksgiving food hangover. Symptoms like bloating, joint pain, headaches, swelling fingers, bottom of feet hurting when you first get out of bed, diarrhea, and constipation can be related [...]
Is the Impossible Burger good for you?
I have been hearing a lot about the impossible burger these days and thought I would explore what all the hype was about. The impossible burger is the latest in attempts of plant based products that supposedly looks, tastes and even bleeds like real meat. [...]
Rotisserie Chicken Concerns
The $4.99 Costco rotisserie chicken is such a great deal and so easy to grab for dinner who wouldn’t grab and go? It seems so easy and a quick healthy alternative. Not so fast…. Sometimes quick and easy is not always the best. READ ON [...]
Anxiety top 10 tips
As we turn the corner leading into the holidays, there is typically a plethora of emotions that many people encounter: dread, panic, fear, sadness and probably one of the most common…anxiety. Anxiety can manifest in several ways: worry, obsession, fear, anger, erratic thoughts, forgetfulness, confusion [...]
Testosterone Risks for Women
Last week I discussed the risks of too much testosterone for men so now let’s look at women. There has been a huge push for testosterone in women in the last five years and is being touted for energy and libido. Advertising leads us to [...]
Testosterone Risks for Men
I can’t turn on the radio without hearing a commercial about testosterone for men. They tout resolution of low libido, low energy and lack of muscle mass. Yes, while testosterone can improve these areas for a man it can also cause some life threatening complications [...]
8 Tips for a great Dr’s visit
In this medical climate, it is becoming harder and harder to navigate your healthcare so I wanted to share some tips that may make it more productive for you. Read on for eight tips of making the most of any healthcare visit from labs to [...]
Breast Implant Recall
Allergan recalled all of its BIOCELL textured implants late this summer because the FDA has flagged a series of reports that the implants are causing cancer in patients worldwide. This includes Natrelle saline-filled, Natrelle silicone-filled, Natrelle anatomically shaped (used post-mastectomy) as well as Tissue expanders [...]
5 Tips for Choosing a Probiotic
There is a lot of information out there on probiotics. First, a probiotic contains beneficial bacteria and yeast. We need these bugs on board to help a multitude of functions including proper bowel function. However, probiotics reach far beyond the gut. Did you know they are [...]
