Do you make this costly mistake too?
It’s that time of year again. New Year’s Resolutions are in high gear and people are anxiously looking for ways to attain their goals of losing weight, exercising more or just getting healthier. So far so good. But the “how” is arguably much more important than the goal itself here. Because as much as someone may wish to lose 30 pounds or get in shape, when it comes time to do the work, that’s...
Butter or margarine? Which is healthier?
It’s been said that if you repeat a lie often enough, people will believe it. I see this playing out all the time in my career as a nutrition coach, especially when the subject of fats comes up with my clients. I am reminded time and again that the average person is completely clueless about fats, particularly when it comes to butter and margarine. But the thing is, it’s not really their fault! Instead,...
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...
Do you sabotage your health like this?
In my professional practice, I’m sometimes entertained by the reactions I get when people consult with me about their health issues and the first question I ask them is, “How’s your diet?” I frequently get the deer-in-the-headlights look, or they look down at the floor. That good, huh? Now, most people know that eating wholesome nutritious foods is important for good health! But the problem is that there are sneaky little excuses that can...
Osteoporosis facts drug companies don’t want you to know
Following my move to Florida last fall, I was recently faced with the task of finding a new doctor…and I’m thankful to have had the good fortune to locate an outstanding integrative physician here in the Melbourne area. As part of my new patient workup, he ordered a DEXA Scan, and I’m proud to say that at 4 months shy of age 60, I have very healthy bones! But unfortunately, many women (as well...
Avoid this fast track to an early grave
As I was sitting at a red light at a busy intersection yesterday, I saw a car traveling at an unsafe speed cut someone off, then it made a quick right turn on a dime. Into the McDonald’s drive-thru entrance. Too bad for him that the line was pretty long, so his quick pursuit of a Big Mac was about to come to a screeching halt. I don’t care where you live or what...