This is a great article summarizing recent findings that lack of sleep adversely impacts the ability of our neurons (brain cells) to repair themselves. If you struggle with insomnia, please call for an appointment to try and assess the underlying cause and restore healthful sleep!
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Food for a Healthy Gut, and Weight Management, too?
More and more research is confirming the importance of healthy gastrointestinal flora–that is, the bacteria and micro-organisms in your gut. This report confirms that a diet high in vegetables, nuts, seeds and fruit contributes to diverse flora that is beneficial to our health. And here is another report that reveals […]
Good News About Coffee!
Researchers are finding that coffee and tea may actually benefit your liver health. Please keep in moderation, however!!
Plastics and Childhood Obesity
BPA and phthalates are linked to childhood obesity. PLEASE stop using plastic bottles, cups, straws, dishes, plastic-wrapped foods, etc. The additives in most plastics contribute to hormonal changes potentially leading to obesity, cancer, and fertility problems, among other risks. Read more here.
Suffering with Insomnia?? Keep Exercising . . .
This research shows that continued exercise may eventually help you sleep. I do advise against exercising before bed, but do move!! Click here.
Fish Consumption May Reduce Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk
Just another reason to include fish in our diets!! Read more here.
More Risks of Smoking
We’ve come a long way from the 1960’s when women were told it would be too stressful to quit smoking during pregnancy . . . and we continue to learn just how dangerous smoking and nicotine is for the developing fetus. This article reveals that nicotine exposure in the womb […]
Fruit Consumption May Reduce Risk of Aneurysm
Include 2 fruits daily in your diet–note that fruit JUICE does NOT count. AANP via Circulation – High Intake Of Fruits May Reduce Aortic Aneurysm Risk – (Wednesday, August 21, 2013)–Scientists have found that a diet high in fruit might decrease the risk of developing an abdominal aortic aneurysm, which is often fatal. (This is […]
Celery to Fight Cancer?
Well, research has revealed that a component in celery does in fact appear to fight cancers. Not enough in normal diet to fight cancer, but certainly celery and artichokes should be included in our diets! They provide good nutrients and fiber, too.
Diets Versus Lifestyle Changes
I often get asked which diet is best for weight loss. While there may be specific foods that individuals should avoid, the bigger issue is overall lifestyle. Are you eating only when hungry? Are you eating only whole foods? Are you exercising/moving every day? Are you avoiding refined and processed […]
