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The Irony Of Sleep Advice
The Importance of Sleep If you’re reading these blog posts, you’ll see the importance of getting restful sleep. There are also a lot of places you can find lists and tips on how to get a better night’s sleep. For example, this is a good one from my colleague Dr. Ellen Vora, this one is […]
How Toxic Is Your Brain?
Detox Detox. I used to roll my eyes and sigh (at least internally) when I heard about people wasting their money on the latest trendy detox product or trend. Through medical school and residency, I learned there are certain things you needed to be aware of like obvious lead exposure, but for the most part, […]
Gratitude And Forgiveness
Negative Bias It’s easy to get stuck in our thoughts. To make matters worse, our brains were designed to hold on to the negative encounters we have and let go of the positive ones. This makes sense from a historical perspective, as remembering to watch out for saber-tooth tigers is a useful skill for survival! […]
Your Fat Brain
The Confusion About Fat It’s easy to be confused about fat. Let me simplify it for you. The type of fat you consume is much more important than the amount! Fat makes up the structure of your brain and the type of fat you choose to construct it with can impact how it functions. Evidence […]
Can Depression Be A Vitamin Deficiency?
The increase in our ability to understand the individual as unique, and to personalize treatment is one of the most exciting developments in medicine. Functional Medicine is personalized medicine! Understanding the variables when it comes to personal nutrition needs can be crucial in the path towards healing. Multiple factors may affect your personal level and […]
Do You Have A Sweet Tooth?
The next three posts, we’ll tour through some big nutritional areas. While all are important, I wanted to start with sugar. Sugar is the simplest, yet for many it is most difficult thing to give up. The Risks of Sugar Consumption Excess sugar consumption is a risk factor for depression, anxiety, and is even a […]
