Watching the ball drop in Times Square, New York City, is a New Year’s Eve tradition around the country. The countdown from 10 to 1, glitter and confetti, corks popping, noisemakers squealing, kissing and hugging, shivering, people around the world celebrating, crowds cheering… The scenes and excitement are so spectacular, it’s hard to believe this… Read more »
What are your numbers? This has become a common question in the past month as doctors everywhere adjust their practices to new recommendations about blood pressure. Your blood pressure is likely to be given a second (or third) look now, and many patients may even be surprised to hear for the first time a… Read more »
We spend one-third of our lives sleeping, yet a restful night is elusive for so many of us. The effects of poor sleep are vast, ranging from increased inflammation and pain, loss of productivity and focus, irritability, anxiety, overeating, and diminished regulation of the immune system. Just think of the last time you tossed and… Read more »
It’s been in the news: This year’s flu season is well underway, bringing deep aches, severe sore throat, congestion, and sometimes dangerously high fever to those unlucky enough to catch the virus. Despite the misery influenza can inflict on a person, many are hesitant to take advantage of flu vaccines. Maybe that’s because of… Read more »
You’ve heard all the wisdom: Get at least eight glasses of water a day. Drink even before you feel thirsty. Hydrate more during hot weather. Don’t forget your water when you work out! And that’s all good advice. There’s simply no question that water is essential. After all, we have more water in our human… Read more »
Suppose an essential nutrient was incredibly involved in more than 300 vital biochemical functions in the body yet deficient in about 80% of us. Would you want to know what this curious missing ingredient was? Well, just such a nutrient exists: It’s the mighty mineral magnesium. You can’t live without magnesium, a hard-working nutrient that… Read more »
That’s a direct quote, actually, from one of my wellness coaching clients, Sandy, several week ago. The early months of this year had been particularly stressful for Sandy. Passionate in her opinions, she found herself increasingly frustrated by tidbits surfacing in the news. Even when she wasn’t reading articles or watching TV reports, Sandy found… Read more »
I look forward to summer for so many reasons—and the opportunity to hit the road to explore new places and experiences is way up on my list! I hope you, too, have planned to enjoy some time away during this season of adventure. One question I hear from clients and patients with a vacation in… Read more »
…think about THIS first. May is coming to a close, and with its big sky and warm air, the promise of summer fun is just around the corner. Are you planning to meet those adventures dressed in cool, breezy new clothes? A look around the stores reveals narrow sleeveless tops, floaty, flirty hemlines, and rack… Read more »
Lisa was increasingly tired and worn out from trying to keep up with her busy children and a hectic work schedule. She couldn’t resist eating sugary foods and collapsed into being a “couch potato” when she got home after sitting at her desk for hours at a time. Stress ruled her life, and she had… Read more »
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