Are your bowel habits normal? Here’s how to tell.
Ah, pooping. Such a personal subject. The intimate relationship between you, your toilet bowl and Charmin. Bowel habits are typically not something that most people feel comfortable discussing, especially when the conversation centers on how often you go. But it probably won’t surprise you that I believe it’s a VERY important topic of conversation, so let’s have a little chat about your Number twos. Where do you fall on the spectrum? Generally speaking, people...
Why is collagen so popular these days?
Before I get into today’s topic, I would ask that we all take a moment of reflection and prayer for those who lost their lives 22 years ago today in the 9/11 tragedy, as well as their loved ones. *********** It amuses me when a food or nutrient explodes in popularity, and people talk about it as if it’s something new. A perfect example here is collagen. Collagen has been around for as long...
This can either save your life or kill you
When faced with the unsettling news that they have a disease, many people are taken aback and swear that it just “came out of nowhere.” Trust me, nothing could be further from the truth. Disease is not a sneaky monster that lurks in the shadows and waits for its opportunity to bite poor unsuspecting you in the derriere. No, my friend—disease is slowly CREATED, and although there are many factors that determine whether your...
Craving carbs? Here’s how to finally stop!
The health issues that my clients discuss with me truly run the gamut, but by far the most common concern I hear is: HOW CAN I STOP CRAVING CARBS?!! Carb cravings are especially challenging this time of year when you are surrounded by Thanksgiving pies, dinner rolls, homemade breads, and Christmas cookies and candy. But never fear! Because you CAN break your carb craving cycle. Here is what you need to know: Know the...
This may be the most overlooked measure of health
There are several key measures or values that indicate things about your health and whether there may be an issue brewing. Anytime you step into a doctor’s office you will see this in action. You will likely have your heart rate and blood pressure measured, your temperature taken, and the most dreaded one of all—stepping on the scale to get your weight. But there is another measure that 99.9 percent of doctors do not...
What your “products of excrement” are telling you
When someone suddenly begins to experience pain, shortness of breath, severe vomiting, bleeding or a high fever, I think most people would realize it’s a good idea to see a doctor. Those are all signs that something isn’t right within you and it’s time to get some answers. Well, there’s another way your body tries to clue you in that trouble is brewing, but many of us don’t bother to examine its signs. The...