A quick Google search of the term “longevity” will prompt a whole host of results centered on habits linked to a longer life, longevity as determined by your genetics, and even tools that supposedly function as “life expectancy...
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Fish and Omega 3: Are they Key to Longevity?
Eating fish has long been recommended as part of a nutritious diet. Rich in high-quality proteins, vitamins, and healthful oils, fish and seafood are widely considered to be a healthful choice. They are also a key feature of Blue Zone and Mediterranean diets, which...
Angiogenesis: How We Can Starve Cancer with Food
Can we eat to starve cancer? The answer is a resounding yes! What we eat is enormously impactful when it comes to preventing and defeating cancer. However, in a world where claims about what will and won’t increase our risk of developing certain cancers are often...
Why Dark Chocolate is Good For Your Heart
There’s great news for chocolate lovers! Science shows that dark chocolate is healthy for your heart. How Does Chocolate Protect the Heart? Cocoa powder contains bioactives called flavanols. Epidemiologists have long established a connection between the consumption of...
The Body Can Heal Itself
We have underestimated the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Most people will tell you that doctors don’t know much about nutrition. It's true. And I should know. I’m a doctor and I received almost no education about the impact of food on health when I went to...
5 Signs of Health Issues You Should Address Immediately – Your Body Is Trying To Warn You
Download my FREE "5 Drinks To Help Remove Fat From Your Liver" resource HERE Blood in Stool: A Sign You Can't Ignore One of the most critical signs your body may be giving you is blood in your stool. It could be a symptom of serious issues like colon cancer,...
Dark Chocolate with a Dark Side? How to Enjoy Dark Chocolate while Minimizing Heavy Metal Concern
Chocolate lovers everywhere tend to rejoice, and rightfully so, when they hear that dark chocolate offers a wide range of health benefits, including decreased inflammation, improved gut health, and mood improvement. How, then, can we now be contemplating hidden...
3 Ways to Go from Type A to Type Z (Zen)
A demanding work and home life can take a physical and mental toll if you don’t make self-care a priority. While we can’t always change external stressors such as kids, jobs and travel, we can take simple measures proven to make us calmer, less reactive and better...
