Why is “moderation” such a bad idea? I’m sure you’ve heard the term “do everything in moderation”, and you’ve probably struggled with this concept. Eating everything in moderation doesn’t really work. Here’s why: You will frustrate yourself twice When you [...]
This blog post was originally published on August 12, 2018, and it is updated with fresh information. Life is demanding and when faced with limited time, busy people tend to sacrifice their self-care. Here are 5 health tips for busy [...]
Sugar is a delicious and convenient item we sometimes choose when we need a mood or energy lift—especially in the afternoons. And, in the moment, right after we enjoy a sugary snack or drink, we seem to feel a bit [...]
When I was an anesthesiology trainee, I worked 24-hour shifts with no sleep every other night. The schedule was insane. By the end of an overnight shift, doctors look like little zombies with stethoscopes. Poor sleep negatively affects the body [...]
I often hear the complaint that fruits and vegetables are too expensive and therefore it is unrealistic to recommend them to people. The question is can we afford not to eat them? Basic human needs include air, water, food, rest, [...]
Do you crave unhealthy processed food and wish you could stop eating it? If this sounds like you, you're not alone. For many of us, the problem starts early and continues throughout life. In this article, you'll learn the reasons [...]
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to know there is an alternative to painful suffering? Something besides taking a medicine (which may not always work). Ideally, it would be a natural solution. Perhaps there are foods for nerve pain? I’m pleased to [...]
Insulin resistance is a condition where your muscle and liver cells stop responding to insulin. This leads to prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Normally, insulin works like a key and unlocks your cells so they absorb blood glucose (sugar) as [...]
This blog post was originally published on June 21, 2015 and it is updated with fresh information and sources and re-published on May 13, 2019. Not only are strawberries sweet and delicious, but they are packed with incredible nutrients, especially [...]
Stress is one of the things that can raise your blood sugar and exacerbate diabetes. How you handle stress will allow you to restore your blood sugar balance. High Stress Hormones Stress hormones such as cortisol, have an instant effect [...]