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Yes, I wrote an article called “The Perfect Poop,” and now it seems only fitting to also discuss the subtleties of “the perfect pee.” I am sure you all spend hours trying to figure out why it bubbles, runs clear, dark, pink, yellow, green, brown, its pH, or why drinking alcohol can send one running […]
Some say a classic sign of old age is when we start talking about our poo. I see this as a sign of developing more wisdom with age. A detailed analysis of one’s bowel movement was a diagnostic technique used for thousands of years to determine one’s health status! A few years ago, one of […]
Candida is a naturally-occurring yeast or fungus that inhabits the mouth, gut, vagina, and other mucosal membranes of the body. Ordinarily, it is harmless and exists in balance with the trillions of other bacteria that make your microbiome home. The concerns arise when that balance is disrupted. This disruption can transpire from stress, poor diet, […]
According to Ayurveda, the health and integrity of the digestive process is truly the fulcrum of one’s health. Did you know that 74% of Americans are experiencing some form of digestive distress? With optimal digestion being the driver of a healthy immune system, balanced moods, steady energy, stable blood sugar, and strong vitality, this is […]
Which is harder on the human body? Junk food? Or stress and anxiety? Researchers at Brigham Young University conducted a study to compare these two health hazards. The study was published in Nature Scientific Reports. While the study was performed on mice, the researchers believe that the impacts from stress and junk food are comparable […]
In this article, I’ll discuss the best way to troubleshoot the digestive system and help you identify the best herbs for your digestive symptoms, with the ultimate goal of restoring balance. With 74% of the American population experiencing digestive distress, (1) I write this with a touch of urgency. Assess Your Elimination You should have […]
A new study published in the online journal Appetite compared the impact of eating the exact same food, but with one labeled as a “snack” and the other labeled as a “meal.” The findings were astonishing! At the University of Surrey, researchers asked 80 participants to eat pasta that was offered as either a snack […]
The most recent Circadian Medicine research suggests that human genes have lost the ability to perceive and stay in tune with the circadian rhythms of nature. (1-3) In our high-tech, fast-paced world with endless distraction and entertainment, more and more of us are becoming disconnected. Circadian disruptors like jet-lag, artificial and blue light, shift/night work […]
According to Ayurveda, there is a special substance in the body that governs aging, immunity, radiant skin, vigor, mood, sleep, digestion, spirituality, and physical strength. This substance is called ojas (OH-jas). In Sanskrit, ojas has two prominent meanings. In the context of physical health and vitality, it means “vigor.” In the context of spiritual and […]
In today’s world, gallbladder concerns have become rather common, and are quite costly. The removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy) is the most common elective abdominal surgery in America, with over 750,000 surgeries per year. Without insurance, this procedure typically costs $10,000-$20,000, varying by state and hospital. Worldwide, one of four women over 60 years of […]
Many foods that we eat trigger feel-good chemicals that can quickly become our go-to foods in times of stress. Soy, spinach, rice, meat, fish, wheat, dairy, fruit, coffee, and chocolate to name a few. These are foods that either contain natural opioids or trigger an opioid-like response in the body. The question is whether these […]
Average Reading Time: 8 minutes and 51 seconds In recent years, we have seen an astonishing amount of research being published touting the health benefits of coffee. The question is, do these studies negate the health risks reported in studies past? We know that caffeine consumption is highly prevalent in our culture; studies between 2001 […]
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