I would like to take a moment to honor all the amazing women, not only in October for breast cancer awareness, but throughout the year, for being you. For being selfless, giving, loving, and caring to all around to; for being a mother, grandmother, step-mother, sister, daughter, sister-in-law, daugh...
Most GERD cases involve overweight and obese people. This is because excess body weight, particularly abdominal obesity, contributes to GERD through several mechanisms:
- Increased intra-abdominal pressure: Excess abdominal fat raises pressure within the abdomen, which can push stomach contents upw ...
How are microplastics sneaking into your healthy foods?
A recent study published in the journal Ecotoxicology and Public Health reveals that cutting boards made of plastic, particularly polypropylene and polyethylene, can contaminate food with microplastics. Researchers found up to 1,114 microplast...
Fasting and/or intermittent fasting has gotten a lot of attention much like many other dietary trends. Especially in the past 15-20 years, many doctors prescribe intermittent fasting to their patients to help them lose weight and, hopefully, reduce their co-morbidities and risk factors associated wi...
5-Steps to Overcome Brain Fog and Fatigue with Nutrition and Exercises
Are you tired of battling through your day with brain fog and fatigue weighing you down? You're not alone. The good news is that by making some simple changes to your nutrition and incorporating regular exercise into your routin...
How does intermittent fasting affect your health?
Fasting and/or intermittent fasting has gotten a lot of attention much like many other dietary trends. Especially in the past 15-20 years, many doctors prescribe intermittent fasting to their patients to help them lose weight and, hopefully, reduce ...
How do you get ready for anything? Every day, you get ready for work. You get ready for your meetings, other commitments. You just get ready.
Now imagine if you were planning to run a race. How do you get ready for that?
How would you get ready for an accident, an illness, disease, pain, can...
As the 4th of July approaches, it's a time to reflect on our nation's history and enjoy the festivities that come with Independence Day. This year, why not make your celebration a bit different by focusing on health and wellness? With a few thoughtful choices, you can have a fun-filled holiday that ...
Fatty Liver Disease is much more common that most people realize.
What are some common causes of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)?
- Being overweight or obese.
- Insulin resistance, in which your cells don't take up sugar in response to the insulin.
- High blood sugar (hyperglycemia), indi ...
Obesity and Cancer Risk
There is substantial evidence linking obesity to an increased risk of several types of cancer. Numerous studies have shown that individuals who are overweight or obese have a higher likelihood of developing various forms of cancer.
The biggest take-away and the most importa...
This question is the $10 million question in my mind.
This is a very controversial topic, highly debated, and VERY much promoted by certain group of scientists and food manufacturers and promoters of the new and HOT vegan diet debate OR the Plant-based diet.
First, let’s make one important point: ...
