Did you know that, in a way, you have two brains? Because there is such a large network of nerve cells in the gastrointestinal system, or “gut,” it is often referred to as the “second brain.” The gut contains more neurons than either [...]
Kick those bad habits and replace with better ones! There’s a far better way of looking and feeling fantastic than to go to the expense and discomfort of surgery. Instead of going under the knife and ending up looking like a [...]
Our skin is often a helpful indicator of what’s going on inside the body. Common skin conditions such as acne can be a sign of hormonal imbalance or, in the case of deep cystic acne, also food allergy. The body’s reactions to undiagnosed food [...]
Your thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland, weighing about 1-2 ounces, located below the front of your throat (right below the Adam’s apple in men). It is an incredibly important part of your endocrine system. Hypothyroidism means the thyroid is not functioning at [...]
Ultimately caffeine is a drug; let’s not fool ourselves. Researchers at Duke University Medical Center found that caffeine actually exaggerates stress, and that this effect lasts throughout the day. Caffeine jolts the adrenal glands – the glands that help our bodies handle stress [...]
Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) simply means “muscle and connective tissue pain.” It is a chronic condition in which the patient experiences a generalized aching pain for at least three months, fatigue, poor sleep, headache, morning stiffness, digestive complaints, sensitivity to chemicals and temperature, depression [...]
I am often asked if it is okay to use a microwave for cooking or reheating food. No matter how it’s done, cooking often destroys vital nutrients. The type of cooking preparation you choose determines how much is destroyed. For most nutrients, the [...]
If genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are not yet on your radar screen, they need to be. Also called GE food, genetically engineered foods are linked to organ damage, gastrointestinal and immune system disorders, accelerated aging, and infertility. By mixing genes from totally unrelated [...]
You can substantially increase both health span and life span by adopting some of the following for the New Year: Stop using tobacco products of all types Limit alcohol intake to no more than 2 glasses of wine or beer or 2 oz [...]
Cell phones and wi-fi are a part of all of our daily lives, for better and worse. One factor in the “worse” column, often overlooked, is the fact that cell phones and wi-fi signals emit radiation. When hearing the word “radiation,” most people [...]