Lately, I have had patients come into my office with severe digestive problems. With many of them, we decided to do GI Map (stool) testing but some, it didn't seem necessary. Despite lab results or not, fiber is something I speak to all of them … [Read more...] about A Good Friendship to have… FIBER
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Best Ways to Address Childhood Earaches
I grew up with chronic ear aches. They were painful. However, I never visited the doctor's for it. Not sure why but I am very happy for this, for 2 reasons: 1) I would have been on a lot of antibiotics...I mean a … [Read more...] about Best Ways to Address Childhood Earaches
Mineral Highlight: Iron
I adore a little history weaved into my lessons and quite interesting, iron was first recognized exactly 300 years ago ( 1713)! However, it wasn't until the 1860's that it was known as essential in the diet. Iron … [Read more...] about Mineral Highlight: Iron
What Your Skin Says About Your Food Choices
Recently, I gave a food talk at a local beauty school. The owners asked me to speak about diet and nutrition and what role it may play on our skin health. The class was intrigued with what I had to say and asked a ton of questions. It was great. Here … [Read more...] about What Your Skin Says About Your Food Choices
A Healthy Coffee ( or Tea) Alternative
I love my espresso. Coffee is ok, but espresso is my morning drink of choice. I'm not ready to give it up completely; luckily, I can go days without it, and with no side effects. However, I prefer not to have it in the afternoon.. just in case it … [Read more...] about A Healthy Coffee ( or Tea) Alternative
Sweet Passionate Love Herbs … ( surprising ones!)
Basil It’s spicy, sweet and bright green herb mostly served in Italian foods has the very meaning of love. a little love suggestion: Begin your Valentine’s meal with a basil pesto served with crackers. Hisbicus Known for its sweet taste, … [Read more...] about Sweet Passionate Love Herbs … ( surprising ones!)
