Recent research is showing that drinking sodas increases risk of strokes while coffee may reduce the risk! Read more here.
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Berries to Reduce Risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Include berries–especially strawberries and blueberries based upon this article–in your diet as a way to prevent age-related cognitive decline. There are so many benefits to eating berries: reduced inflammation, improve eye health, and more! And they are delicious, too!! Read more here.
Internet Radio Program Hosted by Naturopathic Physician
Here is a great link to a new internet radio program dedicated to helping those with cancer. It is hosted by Dr. Lise Alschuler who is a naturopathic physician specializing in supportive care for cancer treatment. Click here.
Omega -3 Fatty Acids to Reduce Risk of Alzheimer’s
More information about what we already suspect: that diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids are associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease. So eat your wild salmon, nibble on nuts, and take your cod liver oil!! (avoid margarine!!!!) Click here.
Garlic Fights Food Poisoning
Research is showing that the constituents in garlic fight a bacteria associated with food poisoning–even better than antibiotics! If you suspect food poisoning, start eating garlic–and call for an appointment since there may be other causes of your symptoms. Read more here.
Dangers of Sugar
This is a CNN report on the dangers of sugar and soft drinks. Please remember that artificial sweeteners are also ill-advised. Stick to water and herbal teas–as an occasional treat, enjoy a small serving of dilute fruit juice, coffee or red wine. Read more here.
Improved Diabetes Treatment Outcomes with Coordinated Naturopathic Care
This is a great article summarizing the benefits which may be realized when combining naturopathic and allopathic care for diabetes. Read more!
Eat Breakfast, Please
Skipping breakfast can not only cause fatigue, depression, and memory problems, it is also associated with an increase risk of diabetes. So, eat a healthy breakfast everyday–and include veggies!! Click here.
Pros and Cons of Caffeine
While small amounts of caffeine have shown potential benefit for conditions such as Alzheimer’s,Parkinson’s, headaches, and depression, too much of a good thing can be harmful. An obvious consequence of too much caffeine is insomnia–but persistent insomnia can then cause fatigue, depression and even suicide. Another risk is caffeine intoxication […]
Lifestyle Changes to Reduce Recurrence of Cancer
Just as we work on healthy lifestyles to reduce our potential risk of cancer, it is important to maintain healthy habits when recovering from cancer. Exercise and a diet low in carbohydrates is critical. This article summarizes recent findings. Click here.
