You can get incredible benefits from a varied diet that includes grass-fed or wild-caught proteins, healthy fats, and a variety of organic fruits and vegetables. In fact, many of your dietary nutrients actually come from those last two items. They’re…
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Not only is sleep a wonderful thing, it’s essential for our bodies and minds. Yet a restful night is not always easy to achieve. In fact, one in three American doesn’t get enough sleep. Poor sleep was one of the…
Did you forget where you put your keys? Have you recently walked into a room and realized you have no idea why you went there in the first place? Does it seem like you can’t stay focused long enough to…
You’re doing everything right — eating an optimal diet, managing stress, exercising, and getting plenty of sleep — yet you are STILL struggling with chronic health issues. You’ve gone from doctor to doctor yet no one can explain the root…
Heart-healthy seafood such as salmon, cod, and trout are always great choices, yet they’re particularly appealing in summertime. High-quality fatty fish are an excellent source of many dietary nutrients your body needs to function optimally, including Omega-3 fatty acids, protein,…
Now, more than ever, it’s critical to support your immune system with the nutrients it needs. And vitamin C tops the list of what you require EVERY DAY for optimal health. It not only supports your immune system, it also…
I love bone broth! In fact, it’s so good for pretty much every body part that I drink at least a cup each day — sometimes two! However, it’s so time-consuming to make bone broth from scratch that creating a…
We know that people over the age of 60 and those with “compromised” immune systems have an increased risk of complications if exposed to the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19. While everyone should remain vigilant to prevent the spread of…
The fact that our daily activities create A LOT of trash that is very damaging to our planet and our bodies has been a concern of mine for a long time. In fact, when I was a senior in college…
Your body needs protein, yet it often craves sugar. Sometimes simply hearing the word “dessert” is enough to fuel the desire for something sweet. That’s why these new, protein desserts that are high in this essential nutrient seem like such…
It’s estimated that 18 million people — mostly men — are affected by sleep apnea. Many people associate sleep apnea with obesity, age, and poor habits including smoking and overindulgence in alcohol. All of these may be true, however, there…
From worsening cold and flu seasons to the rise of global health threats, the uncontrolled spread of illness is at the top of everyone’s mind right now. That’s why I developed ImmuneSynergy™. As a functional medicine practitioner and a medical…
I can’t remember a more stressful, anxious time! We are connected to our phones and email all day, and struggle to find work-life balance. Combine that with a global pandemic, social distancing, and the typical pressures of family life, and…
This is a great time for functional medicine. There’s so much research emerging on how the different systems in your body are connected, lending even more proof that the whole-body functional medicine approach to health is truly the best option. …
Food that is great-tasting, nutrient-dense, and satisfying is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Recently, however, new alternatives to animal protein are making a big splash on the market, these include vegetarian and vegan meat substitutes, AKA fake meat. …
I recommend virtually EVERYONE take a high-quality multivitamin. It’s absolutely critical to get the full spectrum of nutrients that your body requires. To ensure that you get everything you need for optimal health, I have specially formulated my own complete…
I’m a huge advocate of including pasture-raised beef, poultry, and other organic meats in your diet. They are a fantastic source of vitamins and minerals including B12 and iron. Yet there’s a big debate on whether ranching is worse for…
Do you know the difference between turmeric and curcumin? Turmeric is a root, or rhizome, native to India. It’s very similar to ginger, with a more pungent flavor. It has bright, reddish-orange flesh. Most of us here in the West…
Stomach bloat and gas happen to all of us from time to time, however if it happens consistently, then you have a problem. As a functional medicine doctor, I know that to really resolve any issue, you need to find…
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