Would you sell your farts in a jar?
I heard a story on the radio last night about a reality TV star named Stephanie Matto who apparently made over $200,000 selling jars of her farts. She allegedly ate lots of beans and eggs to help, er, “manufacture” her product, and even added in some banana protein to enhance the stench. But alas, her ingenious enterprise was thwarted because she suffered very severe gas pains and thought she was having a heart attack....
Start 2022 with better sleep!
I think it’s safe to say that there is no shortage of people having trouble sleeping these days. Fair statement? As a matter of fact, according to the National Center for Sleep Disorders Research at the National Institutes of Health, between 30-40 percent of adults say they occasionally suffer from insomnia, and about 10-15 percent report chronic insomnia. Unfortunately, the popular go-to remedies end up causing more harm than good. Here’s what I mean:...
- Tags: Disease, Healthy Living, Sleep, Thyroid
The best New Year’s resolutions are none at all
As New Year’s Eve approaches, many people are mulling over their resolutions and deciding what their “New year, new me” is going to look like. Of course, this is the subject of countless jokes and memes because many people vow to lose weight or get fit—the top 2 resolutions year in and year out—only to throw in the towel by January 15th. I’ve got to tell you, I have never been one to make resolutions. ...
- Tags: Healthy Living
Are you finally ready to end your IBS?
If you’ve been a reader of mine for a while, you are probably aware that I used to suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Looking back, I can say that my (former) condition was both a curse and a blessing. A curse, of course, because I suffered for many years with regular gas, bloating and anything-but-normal bowel movements. But it was also a blessing because, since I was able to eradicate my condition with...
A very special Christmas message for you!
I know you’re busy, but I promise to only take a moment of your time. Here is my special Christmas message for you: It’s easy to get caught up in all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, but please don’t get stressed! The world will not come to an end if you don’t get all the cookies baked or the cards sent out. A simple dinner is just as nice as a...
- Tags: General Health
Why modern medicine is an abysmal failure
I once had a client who was a textbook illustration of the failure of modern medicine. He came to me reporting a medical history of fainting episodes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heartburn. He said his medications included these: Ranitidine (for heartburn) Hydrochlorothiazide (for hypertension) Amlodipine (for hypertension) Atorvastatin (for cholesterol) After talking with him about his fainting episodes and reviewing his diet record, I began to suspect that he was allergic to...