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Many people take Magnesium supplements in order to ensure they are getting enough on a daily basis. There are also a number of foods that are high in Magnesium such...

I get so many questions about collagen - why is it important, what types are effective, when to take it, how to take it etc. So here are some of...

While we often think of oral health as simply having healthy teeth, there is growing evidence suggesting that the health of our mouths may have a much broader impact on...

Sadly I am seeing a lot more people with digestive issues (bloating, gas, constipation, cramping and pain), but luckily many of them feel much better as soon as they eliminate...

What is Botanical Medicine? Botanical Medicine refers to using a plant’s seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark, or flowers for medicinal purposes. Botanical Medicine has a long tradition of use outside...

Breakfast with 30 grams of proteinHigh Protein Foods Chart18 Low-carb recipes high in protein No Bake Protein Balls - 1 cup rolled oats- 2 scoops Paleo protein powder*- 1/4 cup...

The next few months will be busy, that goes without saying. I hear a lot of people complain that they just don’t have time for a good quality, high protein...

It is very common for me to ask my patients to use herbs known as Adaptogens. Adaptogens help the body to ‘adapt’ to various stressors they experience, whether they are...

If you are one of my patients, you have heard me go on and on (and on and on…) about how important healthy blood sugar levels are, and if you’re...

Full disclosure, I am a tea drinker at heart, and had sworn off coffee (and Kraft dinner) in University, but last winter when I was traveling in the US and...

Butternut Squash Orzo Salad with Candied Bacon I managed to grow a few too many squash plants, and so I have a plethora of squash this fall. Here is a...

Cortisol, often dubbed the "stress hormone," plays a pivotal role in the body's response to various stressors, regulating metabolism, immune function, and overall well-being. Definition and Function of Cortisol What...