The More You Do It, The Worse You Are At It
Do the holidays have you stressed out? It’s the time of year when your calendar goes into overload. You need to maintain your normal schedule (which barely leaves time to breathe) while also finding time to buy a tree, decorate, buy presents, gift wrap, entertain family and friends and attend a host of holiday events. […]
Do You Want to Eat Meat Grown in a Lab?
What do agricultural giant Cargill Inc. and billionaires Richard Branson and Bill Gates have in common? They’re among a group of investors who have given, so far, $17 million to Memphis Meats — a startup company that’s growing meat (beef, chicken and duck) from animal cells. No actual animals are involved, just their cells. Branson […]
8 Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations for Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s Disease is very personal for me. It claimed my mother and my grandmother. It is an agonizingly cruel way to die. It strips you of your memories, your dignity and your ability to care for your most basic needs. It leaves a scar on your heart that time does not erase. It is a […]
6 Warning Signs You Need to Detox and De-Stress
Do you feel like your mind and body need a complete overhaul? It’s not uncommon to feel rundown in today’s’ fast-paced society, but just because it’s commonplace doesn’t mean it’s “normal.” When it becomes a struggle to find the energy to get through the day, your body is sending out an SOS. You would be […]
How to Have Beautiful Skin
Do you know that skin problems are the #1 reason people go the doctor’s office? Most people are surprised by that, but I see it in my practice all the time. Your skin is a mirror of your gut and mind. If your diet is poor, your mind is stressed, and you are sleep deprived, […]
She Went From a Size 18 to a Size 12!
I am blessed to have the privilege of working with remarkable people. They are brave, courageous and strong, willing to take responsibility for their choices. They never want to settle for being anything less than remarkable. Their stories inspire me daily. Carol was generous enough to share her story with you. Carol is a very […]
Weight Loss Discovery (Recipe Included)
Do you have trouble losing weight even though you follow your diet and restrict your calories? Some research suggests the health of your gut bacteria might be the missing link to chronic weight-loss resistance. It’s only recently that new genomic techniques have opened the doors to detailed study of our gut microbiome. Scientists suspect that […]
New Jersey Seasonal Produce- Early August
Apples Chives Lima Beans Potatoes Tarragon Arugula Cilantro Melons Purslane Thyme Basil Collard Greens Mint Radishes Tomatillos Beets Corn Mushrooms Rappini Tomatoes Blackberries Cucumbers Mustard Greens Raspberries Turnips Blueberries Eggplant Nectarines Rosemary Winter Squash Brambles Garlic Okra Rutabaga Zucchini Broccoli […]
Personalized Medicine- Friend or Foe?
One of the most exciting advances in healthcare is the growing field of personalized medicine. Personalized medicine involves identifying genetic and genomic information that helps predict a person’s susceptibility to developing a particular disease. This is very powerful information, but only if you know what to do with it. The first thing you need to […]
Peanut Butter and Jelly Salad
Can salad be a comfort food? How about a peanut butter and jelly sandwich without the bread? This salad includes a sweet flavor and a crunchy texture- just what you crave right? I love to eat food that has a crunch to it. When you combine all the ingredients below, you can have all of […]