Crazy right? How do I cook an egg without it getting all stuck to the pan? I use cast iron pans greased with ghee. My eggs slide right out the pan and I enjoy a nice healthy dose of fat with my protein. Toxic Fumes Did you know that that stuff that lines non-stick pans can poison your family? ... [ Read More ]
Making Changes and Setting Intentions
Ok, so change is hard, or it can be for some. Others say “Oh, I love change.” But what they really mean is they love “good” changes. So how do you make changes to improve your health but not give up everything you love in your life? Baby steps What if your goal is too big? Try breaking it down ... [ Read More ]
I just don’t have time to exercise!
"I just don't have time to exercise." I hear this quite often from my patients. Do you have 10 minutes? Well, that's all you need to get started exercising. Are you thinking, "how is 10 minutes going to make a difference in getting my body in shape?" Well, that's a great question. The point of ... [ Read More ]
So How Much Wine Can I Drink?
I get this question often. We all know that wine has good qualities but where is the line between healthy and too much? Reports show that there is increased risk to the brain for high amounts of alcohol. But what is the middle position? So how much wine can I drink, well most recommendations land ... [ Read More ]
The Truth About Carbohydrates
You’ve probably heard a lot of negative things about carbs over the years. From carb-free diets to carb-hating weight-loss fads, the general consensus seems to be that carbs are bad news. Do youwant to know the truth? You need carbs, and cutting them out of your diet can have a negative ... [ Read More ]
Your Waistline and Brain are Connected?
Well, there is a connection between your blood sugar levels and your brain function. If your blood sugar is elevated you'll be adding weight around your middle. Metabolic syndrome can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease. It also has a connection to brain health. Here is a quick video and ... [ Read More ]
My House is on Fire?
Fire The Fire Element in 5 Element Acupuncture I was in sixth grade and I remember very clearly. It was a Sunday night and I was getting ready for bed. I was in the bathroom brushing my teeth when I clearly heard a voice, in my head. It asked, “What would you save if your house was on ... [ Read More ]
What is Bad about Cholesterol?
Most people and doctors focus on the total cholesterol number and also the “bad” cholesterol LDL, but what Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., D.A.C.B.N., M.S. is suggesting in his article "The Under-Appreciated Life-Saving Heart Test" is to focus more on the HDL cholesterol as that is considered to ... [ Read More ]
What’s The Real Scoop With Cholesterol?
The Great Cholesterol Con I’ve just finished the most incredible book. So incredible, that I had to share my notes with all of you. Yes, it’s longer than I normally write, but below are all the key points from Dr. Malcom Kendrick’s “The Great Cholesterol Con.” If you have any interest ... [ Read More ]
Why Does the Flu Seem Worse this Year?
It seems like every day I hear the news reporting more deaths from the flu this year. I was wondering why this is happening and then I received this great article, from Dr. Joe Mercola, which really explains it. I'll summarize it here and offer some suggestions. So the big thing to realize is ... [ Read More ]