Packed with brain-boosting Omega-3 fatty acids, this super-simple Summer recipe is a great way to support healthy aging. Pair this dish with a light and low-tannin red wine for an extra antioxidant punch that will have you feeling [ ... ]
What is Bilberry? When you hear the word bilberry, you might think of blueberry. You wouldn’t be far off in thinking that either, since they are cousins to one another. In fact, the bilberry is also known as the European blueberry [ ... ]
As my body raced full-speed into the “golden years”, or the “rust years” as I like to call them, I started thinking about how I could maintain my health as I aged. As a physician I had seen the effects of aging first hand [ ... ]
Have you heard all about the great health benefits of fish oil, but still aren’t exactly sure what an omega-3 fatty acid is? Or what a fat is in general? Omega-3 fatty acids are considered essential nutrients. An essential nutrient [ ... ]
There is an unfortunate scenario I run into all too often at my pharmacy counter. A patient comes in—newly discharged from the hospital following a heart attack or leaves their doctor’s office with a diagnosis of type 2 [ ... ]
A woman’s nutritional needs are as unique as her smile, the color of her eyes, or her sense of humor. Those needs change as she ventures through life, navigating her childbearing years and approaching menopause. Luckily, most [ ... ]
If you aren’t yet familiar with hemp extract, you are likely to hear about it from the media in the near future. Unlike the psychoactive compound also found in Cannabis called THC, hemp extract does not cause a “high” or impair [ ... ]
Metabolism is described as the way our bodies process what we eat and drink into energy to keep the body functioning properly. Yours might be working slower and less efficiently than it can because of daily habits. Here are some [ ... ]
Sugar consumption is very high among Americans, averaging about 20 teaspoons per person per day. Research shows that too much sugar in the diet can lead to many health problems. According to the American Heart Association, the maximum [ ... ]
We all know sleep is important, but it’s even more vital than you might think. Research shows that losing sleep could be affecting your metabolism and causing weight gain and many other health issues. Many people simply don’t [ ... ]
