My Veteran’s Day message to you
Today we celebrate Veteran’s Day, and while it may be easy to merely see it as a day off for some people, its meaning is much deeper than that. Were it not for the incredibly brave and selfless men and women who were willing to fight and sacrifice their lives for our freedoms, our lives would likely look very different today. And even if these courageous service men and women were fortunate enough to...
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Fish oil—it can be a lifesaver!
All nutrient deficiencies will have a harmful effect on your body in one way or another… But when you’re talking about Omega-3 essential fatty acids (EPA and DHA), it can be a matter of life or death! Here’s why these crucial fats can literally be a lifesaver for you. [[big3]]Heart attack prevention and recovery[[end]] Studies have shown that getting sources of Omega-3 EFAs can lower your risk of a fatal heart attack by as much...
My (horrible) experience with blood pressure drugs
The title of today’s article may have surprised you—Sherry is taking blood pressure medication? Alas, not everything is as it appears, my friend, so let me tell you the whole story. As you may recall, I found a dynamic new integrative physician down here in Florida who is truly focused on health—not disease—and is helping me to maintain optimal health as I (quickly!) approach age 60. Part of his very thorough workup was a...
The skinny on fats
When it comes to the subject of diet, there are a LOT of misconceptions out there. And one notorious area that continues to be a source of confusion is the topic of fats! I’m here to clear up any confusion you may have about fats, help you to realize they are not the demon they have been made out to be, but a necessary, health-supporting nutrient. We’ll start with the different types of fats…...
Read this before you take a statin for cholesterol!
I would venture to say that there is no subject on God’s green earth that is as poorly understood as cholesterol. When talking about cholesterol, the extent of most people’s understanding is that it’s the demon that leads to heart disease and the magic number to strive for is 200, baby. And if your blood tests show you’re in the elevated range, welcome to the world of statins. But how did we get here? ...
Do you have too much fat? How to tell.
I don’t think I’ll be shocking you off your chair this morning if I say that excess body fat is generally not a good thing. But in terms of your health, not all body fat is created equal! What matters more is the type of fat you’re carrying and where it’s located. Here’s what I mean: Fat types and areas of accumulation Your body has two types of fat—subcutaneous and visceral. Subcutaneous fat is...
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