I just saw a post on “The Oatmeal” with a picture of a mug that says “A Nice Big Cup of Nope”. I know we’ve all had those days, or nights, or moments. Even though you want to say “no”, how often do you say “yes” anyway? I tend to do this a lot. Sometimes it [...]
What is the difference between a food sensitivity and an an actual allergy? To put it simply, I believe that sensitivities are reactions that develop over time, versus allergies which are more of an inherent, genetic reaction. My second belief is that if a sensitivity can develop, it can also be healed. Allergies are something I [...]
You know you live withe a Naturopathic Doctor when: You eat a food you are sensitive to, and your housemate hands you a digestive enzyme and some glutamine. Your wine always comes with a side of Molybdenum When you splurge on organic, free-range chicken and dairy-free cheese, and she makes kale chips, so you have “something [...]
Most medications deplete a few or many nutrients from your body, whether as a part of the way they function, or as a side effect of their intent. Today I want to give you a quick reminder for the basic nutrients that Birth Control Pills deplete. Keep in mind that each type of pill is a [...]
It is day 3. We think she’s ready, but how do we really know? She seems more tired tonight, but is it just that inward concentration that women find when they are about to give birth? WE HAVE NO IDEA! But we’re guessing, and we’re encouraging her, and we’re soothing her, and we’re patiently waiting. If [...]
It’s true. I’m a Naturopathic Doctor who knows the amazing health benefits of olive oil, and I’m telling you NOT to cook with it. Bear with me. It is very simple. Olive Oil is great for you, as long as it is not heated to its smoking point. Once you reach this point, every benefit of [...]
December 7th, 1999. For all of us, this date was important because it was the 58th anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. For me, this is also the day I took my Biochemistry final during my first quarter of medical school. It was one of the hardest exams of my life and I managed to [...]
Are you tired? Do you feel like your adrenals have fallen into a hole and they can’t get out? Here are some of my favorite things to help: 1. Eat Salt - Many people with fatigue crave salt. In my opinion, you should eat it! Especially if it is truly a good Himalayan salt (not just [...]
Let’s talk about your adrenal glands, fondly known as your “adrenals”. They are 2 tiny glands, about the size of almonds, with the power to keep you going all day long. And when they are tired, boy can you feel wiped out. It’s the kind of tired that can make you forget what it is to [...]
I just saw a turtle standing on her back tippy toes! Her belly was pressed up against the glass, with her front feet reaching up, spread eagle. I don’t think she was too happy about the tank-cleaning process that was going on around her. As soon as the water was replaced, the light was turned back [...]