A contemplative doctor takes a smoke break, reflecting a bygone era when smoking was commonplace even among medical professionals. Back to the Future Before the hazards of smoking were debated, documented, litigated and unambiguously taken as gospel, we had an inkling, a suspicion, a pretty darn good idea that it was bad for our health. Then, as we pursued that idea with good science, the parties that had an interest in selling cigarettes fought like a trophy bass to get off

While ‘lifelong meds’ may be necessary for serious disease, there are other options for my patients who struggle with extra weight. 

watch image courtesy of : https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/hand-drawn-retro-pocket-watch_2782993.htm Longitude, Time, Scurvy, Fermentation, Your Gut Biome, ...and Sauerkraut? Bear with me, this may seem far flung and impossible, but these things really do have a connection. Let’s start with Longitude. It’s the thread that stitches this all together.  Longitude lines are the imaginary lines from north to south we use to dice up the Earth like orange slices.   On land, we ca

Here are the main reasons you may be getting leg cramps at night. These are based on my own personal experience as well as treating hundreds of patients with this issue. For most of us, it's so easy to manage. Yes, really. Number one (by far!) - Not drinking enough water during the day. You need to adjust how much water you drink for your activity level. Even low activity days should take into account that we lose about 2 cups of moisture each day just from breathing. #2

The Surprising Link Between Consistently Eating Healthy Foods and Chronic Health Issues Part 1 As a physician who specializes in functional and integrative medicine, I have a wealth of experience unraveling the intricate connections between nutrition and health. It is not always straightforward. Drawing from my own journey of overcoming obesity and autoimmune issues, I discovered a surprising truth: even the healthiest foods can potentially sabotage our well-being. When thin

Among the many medical and holistic feeds, here is one that validates, by a cardiologist, the potential dangers of placing a sophisticated cell phone near any implanted devices such as defibrillators and pacemakers. "Patients with ICDs and pacemakers have long been given recommendations to keep cell phones more than 6 inches from their pacemakers. The concern is that cell phone-emitted electromagnetic fields could be misinterpreted by the devices as intrinsic cardiac elect

When was the last time a medical office visit was completely satisfying? Did you feel listened to, had enough time to explain the health issues, were offered options that aligned with your philosophy on health? Did you learn what you could do to improve your own health besides taking prescription medication? Too often the answer to those questions is 'no.' Holistic medicine can be the key to maximizing health and a sense of agency, the confidence of regaining control over you

I was the metaphoric frog in cold-slowly-heated-to-boiling water, because the change was slow and subtle, I went from being well to unwell w

Live long enough and you will discover that things are often not what they seem. Follow me on a journey uncovering a strange pair of...

We survived the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown, but there may be a second wave to follow that.

Even as many states are under a 'stay at home' order, the majority of us still have to venture out for food and supplies. This task is necessary and and it exposes us to risk, considering how easily COVID-19 spreads. The New York Times has put together an informative simulation showing how far not only the large droplets but also the tiny droplets (aerosols) can spread. Spoiler alert: it is much farther than 6 feet. Are we doomed? Is it time for non-linear panic? No. Take

Protection against a pandemic for everyone and telemedicine for the vulnerable.

Holistic vs. Traditional Telemedicine

Financial wellbeing is an aspect of wellness. As with other aspects of wellness, being proactive yields the best results.

Zeke, Flattening "The Curve", Economics and Aunt Anita.

High Tech vs. High Touch