Resilient Aging & Brain Function

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Do you know a woman in her 40’s who is starting to have symptoms like hot flashes, trouble sleeping, fatigue and weight gain?   Another symptom that be part of this package is depression. Unfortunately the link between shifting hormones and depression is often overlooked. A woman can end up on hormone therapy (or the […]

How can you protect your skin? In the previous article we looked at the importance of getting sun exposure (tanning, not burning) to maintain adequate levels of Vitamin D, which is protective against skin cancer. We also looked at the most harmful sunscreen ingredients to avoid. Now let’s look at some of the safe options to […]

Our relationship with the sun is complex. Should we relax in the sun to obtain Vitamin D or shun the sun to avoid skin cancer? The very rays (UV-B) that increase our risk for cancer by causing sunburn are also responsible for producing Vitamin D, which is protective against cancer. So how do get the […]

Our office sees primarily women and among these women a big complaint seems to be losing or thinning of their hair. Hair loss can be caused by several factors but research is showing that the most common is hypothyroidism and insulin resistance. Cause #1 For Thinning Hair I’ll start with insulin resistance, in women this […]

Stress is one of the biggest factors that can speed up the aging of your skin. Stress, whether emotional, nutritional or physical can cause an elevation in the hormone cortisol. Cortisol job is to mobilize energy and one of the things it sacrifices is the collagen in your skin. Things that can cause chronic stress can […]

In the first article in this series we looked at some common skin complaints like acne, rosacea, skin tags, bump, wrinkles, spots and dryness. This article dives deeper into some of the underlying imbalances that cause these symptoms. The Gut Biome The balance of organisms in your intestines is analogous to a rain forest. Ideally […]

If you suffer with skin issues, whether it be, dry skin, brown spots, puffiness, or acne know that it can affect more than your appearance. We can put together a list of things you can do at home to tame your skin from the inside-out. It can take an emotional toll as well. Food Culprits When […]

  Noticing changes in how your skin looks can be a big motivator for adopting a healthier lifestyle. You’ve learned through experience that too much alcohol will give you bags under your eyes the next day, or overindulging in sweets will cause puffiness. But when it comes to wrinkles, redness, spots or acne the triggers may […]

“Detox” programs are being promoted as a cure-all but they need to be approached with caution. There is no miracle remedy that will erase the results of years (or even weeks) of convenience food, rich restaurant fare and medications. If you have spent any time on the Standard American Diet (S.A.D.) of coffee and bagels […]

Size does matter…the size of your plate that is. Let’s face it the Holidays can be an all out eating marathon. With work, friend and family parties it’s hard to find an event that DOESN’T include an oh-so-tempting smorgasbord of sugary confections. Looking for some simple methods to manage the madness and avoid stress and […]

Get your bowels moving! I’m not kidding. This probably isn’t something you talk about in casual conversation but it’s one of the basic bodily functions that has to be in working order for you to feel good. I don’t mean just from a comfort stand point. I mean: In order for you to be healthy […]

Remember that old wives’ tale about chicken soup being good for? It’s true – as long as you use a really good bone broth as a base. Bone broth is a one of the best ways of adding vital minerals and vitamins to your diet in a easily absorbable form. The minerals are essential building blocks […]

You value your health. You try to eat right and get in your 10,000 steps each day. And on days when you don’t have time for a real breakfast you drink a glass of milk and tell yourself it’s good for your bones. Right? A recent study published in the peer reviewed British Medical Journal […]

You’ve probably heard by now that sitting at work and in your car and at home increases your risk for chronic disease and early death. If you’re not familiar with this research you can read about it in my blog Why Sitting is the New Smoking. Isn’t Standing All Day Bad for You? I was recently […]

I’m sure you know physical activity is a key ingredient to good health. What you may not know is that sitting for a long time is harmful to your health even if you are exercising regularly. Who is at Risk from Sitting Too Much? The typical adult in the U.S. sits for 6 hour per […]

Is one of your goals this year is to improve your health? If so, you may have come across a trend called The Quantified Self. It is based on the Hawthorne Effect, the notion that we behave differently when watched. Put another way: when you track what you’re eating your choices become better. And when […]

Have you tried every lotion and potion you can get your hands on to make your acne go away? Has your doctor suggested going on the pill? Many women struggling with chronic acne find taking birth control pills can lead to other symptoms like bloating, headaches and reduced libido. Holistic health care can help you […]

Severe acne is difficult to live with. It can have a big impact on self-confidence, and it can be physically painful as well. When acne fails to respond to topical treatments, some women consider the pill as the next step toward clear skin. Holistic health care offers a deeper approach that may address the root […]

Are perimenopause symptoms making you want to pull your hair out? Or is it just falling out on its own? Hair loss is one of the perimenopause symptoms that many women struggle with. If you’re losing your hair, you might be wondering why this is happening and if there’s anything you can do to stop […]