This is a great article summarizing recent research on the benefits of fasting–even if you only skip 2 meals. Fasting should be done after gaining approval from your physician, however. Please call for an appointment. To read the article, click here.
Heart Health
Geeking Out to Dark Chocolate
This is a great article which gives some of the background information as to why dark chocolate seems to be a treat that loves us back! Click here.
Salt in Foods
This is a long post so I’m starting with the good news and bottom line: eat whole foods from local farmers; avoid grains; eat LOTS of veggies; include fruits and nuts. Here’s the bad news: In a new CDC report, breads have been found to be a larger source of […]
Swimming for Your Health
I love that research is finding more health benefits of swimming. In this article, researchers have shown that swimming lowers blood pressure in adults. Give swimming a try–it’s great exercise and might lower your blood pressure, too!! Read more here.
Enjoy Restaurant Meal without Gaining Weight
I wanted to share this article that includes some obvious yet clever ideas on eating at restaurants without over-eating. Homemade meals with fresh ingredients remain our healthiest option, but dining out can be a fun treat! Read more here.
Great summary on the benefits of Vit. D
This is a great article which summarizes the impact of Vitamin D on your health. Please note that Vitamin D levels should be monitored by bloodwork. Make your appointment today to see if you might benefit from Vitamin D supplementation. Read more here.
Move it!! :-)
Evidence indicates that sitting at your job all day increases your risk of mental strain as well as obesity, diabetes, heart attack and more. Simple movement may help this: get up AT LEAST once hourly and MOVE IT!! Do 10 jumping jacks (or more!); Go up and down at least […]
Risk and Benefit of Aspirin?
Aspirin is commonly prescribed to reduce the risk of cardio-vascular events such as strokes or heart attacks. Recent research suggests that daily aspirin may be harmful to eye health. We also know that daily aspirin can adversely effect the stomach lining causing bleeding ulcers and that often causes excess bruising. […]
Strategies for Coping with Stress
Adaptogenic herbs have long been known to support health in stressful environments. This is a great article summarizing their use to help combat the effects of stress. Click here!
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Fats
The Columbian posted this article today from the Chicago Tribune. It’s a great brief summary regarding dietary fats. Click here to read more!
