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According to a 2021 survey from the American Psychological Association, more than three-quarters of Americans report that the pandemic has been and still is a significant source of stress.   One of the side effects of that stress may be brain fog.  If you’re feeling more forgetful or distracted than usual, […]

The Environmental Working Group comes through for us again with research on which foods contain the most toxins and which contain the least. This time we’ll be focusing on fish and mercury levels. BEST TYPES (very low mercury, high protein, high omega 3): Wild Salmon, Sardines, Rainbow Trout, and Atlantic […]

It can be hard figuring out what’s healthy and what’s not. There are so many things to consider these days…does it have additives, pesticides, GMOs….the list goes on and on. Luckily, when it comes to fruits and vegetables it’s pretty straightfoward, thanks to something that the Environmental Working Group calls […]

Haven’t started your New Year’s Resolution yet?  No worries!  This article is for you 😊  First, you’re not alone.  Second, research shows that taking your time can even work to your advantage… When it comes to Behavior Modification, which is ultimately what most people do when they embark upon a […]

“Toxic metals in the environment may increase the risk of atherosclerosis, a buildup of plaque in the arteries that can prevent blood and oxygen from reaching major organs. Arsenic and cadmium, metals that can be found in food, water and tobacco, plus titanium, which can come from dental and orthopedic […]

According to a recent peer reviewed research paper in Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience by Magdalena Miranda,  “Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) is a key molecule involved in plastic changes related to learning and memory”. In plain words, it is the fertilizer of new brain cells and very active in neurotransmission […]

“Unnecessary?” I wondered as I tried to understand exactly what my patient’s Internist was referring to. “The bioidentical hormones that Dr. Watts prescribed for you are unnecessary for life.” Gloria’s primary care physician had further explained and then questioned, “Why take them?” Now I understood. Most doctors are not taught […]

Brain fog can be a sign that your hormones are out of balance. A 54-year-old woman began to notice difficulty thinking shortly after beginning menopause.  When she was first seen in my office, she stated that she was not hopeful because she was told by other doctors that there was […]

Recently, 56 year old working mother of two presented to my office with a frustrated frown…  she couldn’t fit into an outfit she had her heart set on wearing to  her daughter’s wedding coming up this summer. “It used to be so easy,”  she told me, her frown increasing.  “I […]

It’s been said that Collard Greens bring luck at the start of a New Year. We figured…lots of greens & vibrant color…let’s give it a try! Here’s to good luck, health, and happiness in 2021 🎉 (makes approximately 6 servings with 130 calories per serving) 1 pound fresh collard greens, […]

Roasted Low-Carb Vegetables Green Pepper (cut into 1-inch chunks) Broccoli and Cauliflower (cut into 1 to 1-1/2 in diameter individual florets) Green Beans (remove stems) Onions (cut into 1 ½ -inch wedges, and break apart into individual layers) Zucchini/Summer squash (cut into 1-inch chunks) Olive Oil Salt and Pepper Thyme […]

With Daylight Savings Time ending we’d like to address the issue of exercise, particularly this year. Many people have decided to forgo their gym memberships and opt for CKC Fitness, outdoor exercise, and/or home gyms (who says soup cans can’t double as free weights?!).  However, with fewer hours of daylight […]