Inflammation: A Raging Fire in Your Body
Inflammation: it's a word that carries with it images of swelling, redness, and discomfort. But what does it truly mean for our bodies and overall well-being? Fundamentally, inflammation is the body's natural response to injury or illness—a protective measure aimed at...
What to Eat in the Heat: A Holistic Approach to Summer Nutrition
When the summer heat turns up, it's not just your wardrobe that needs a change - your diet could use a seasonal shift too. The connection between what we eat and how we feel is especially crucial during the hotter months. As an experienced doctor specializing in...
What Is Lifestyle Medicine and How Physicians Are Embracing It for the Health and Wellness of Their Patients
In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, our approach to health and wellness is also evolving. We have become more aware of the limitations of the disease-centered model of modern conventional medicine and are embracing a more holistic, patient-centered...
Don’t Be Fooled… Secrets the Tech, Pharma, and Food Industries Don’t Want You to Know
The food, technology, and pharmaceutical industries are deeply intertwined and essential to modern life. We often assume that these industries work in harmony, benefiting us in many ways. Food provides sustenance, technology allows us to communicate and connect, and...
Clean Up Time: Detoxification, Fasting, Autophagy — What Does This All Mean?
The term "detoxification" is technically defined as removing poisonous substances from the body. However, its origin can be traced back to the Latin and French words "de," meaning "down from," and "toxic-poison," derived from the Latin "toxicum," the French "toxique,"...
Understanding the Power of Our Heart and How to Keep It Healthy
The human heart is a fascinating and complex organ vital for survival. It beats about 100,000 times daily, pumping blood throughout the body and supplying oxygen and nutrients to all cells. Here are a few interesting heart facts that highlight just how important this...
A New Year Rejuvenation of the Body & Mind: What to Do to Bring it Back Into Balance
The past year or two have been difficult for many people, with a range of emotions including frustration, anxiety, depression, confusion, and panic. These negative experiences can take a toll on both the mind and body. How have the events of the world affected your...
Benefits of a Medical Doctor Who Also Practices Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine is a form of alternative medicine that emphasizes using natural therapies to promote health and prevent disease. It has been gaining popularity in recent years as more and more people are looking for more holistic and less invasive ways to manage...
The Health Benefits of Nutritional IV Therapy & Chelation
Nutritional IV Therapy and Chelation are two alternative treatments that have gained popularity in recent years due to their numerous potential health benefits. In this article, we will explore how these treatments work and the various benefits they offer. Many people...