You’ve probably heard me say this 1,000 times, but I’m going to make it 1,001 times:  The farther you venture away from Nature with what you eat, the less nutritious (and more harmful) it is to your body.  This is especially true when it comes to a current “fake food” craze that is growing in popularity…  The Impossible Burger!  Here’s what the Impossible Burger is really all about, and why you shouldn’t get fooled...

  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...

  Thanksgiving is next week, so it’s safe to say the holidays are upon us!  And while they should be a festive time, sadly, for many people they are instead filled with sickness or depression (or both).    But there are some very good reasons why that happens.  First, the holidays bring about stress for a lot of people.  Stress can cause a domino effect of physical and mental issues which can quickly turn a joyous...

  Today’s blog is going to take a different twist.  Because I’m not going to talk about a health issue and how to naturally feel better.  But I am going to impart crucial information that you might not know, but must know, because it can affect your decisions, your health and quite possibly your life.  I’ll start with…  The dirty little secrets of pharmaceutical companies  Pharmaceutical companies would love nothing more than to have everyone...

  Most people realize that things like having a nutrient-poor, processed food diet, drinking to excess, and smoking will put you on a fast track to sickness and disease.    But many of us overlook the potential danger lurking in something seemingly innocent…  Personal care products!   Anything you put on your skin or hair can be absorbed and get into circulation (think: nicotine patches), and unfortunately, most personal care products contain ingredients that are downright toxic! ...

  Modern medicine has historically placed a large emphasis on family history (i.e.: someone’s genes) as a strong predictor of whether or not a person will develop a disease.  Think about any time you’ve ever gone to a doctor and had to fill out health history paperwork—they always ask if your grandparents, parents or siblings have had cancer, heart disease, diabetes, etc.   Well, now evidence is showing that family history is not the be all...