Healthy Recipes

Fruit and Vegetable Waldorf

Curried Tempeh, Garbanzo or Chicken Salad

Mango Chili Noodles

Skillet Moussaka

Noodles with Spicy Vegetable Stir-Fry

Dr. Oz and Dr. Hyman Discuss the Dangers of Gluten

 

SOMETHING YOU'RE EATING may be killing you, and you probably don't even know it! If you eat cheeseburgers or French fries all the time or drink six sodas a day, you likely know you are shortening your life. But eating a nice dark, crunchy slice of whole wheat bread-how could that be bad for you? Well, bread contains gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, spelt, kamut, and oats. It is hidden in pizza, pasta, bread, wraps, rolls, and most processed foods.

 

Learn More About The Dangers of Gluten

 

Haywire Immune System Linked to Cancer

 

When the immune system doesn't work the way it's supposed to, cells that should die a normal cell death  --apoptosis, keep replicating.  They may  even develop their own blood supply-- angiogenesis.

 

Learn More About Your Immune System and Cancer

 

Could I Have a Gluten Allergy?

 

You may know that celiac disease can respond well to a gluten free diet... but did you know that many  people who don't have celiac disease may have adverse reactions to gluten?  

 

Learn More About Gluten Allergies

 

Tips for Boosting Your Immune System During Cold & Flu Season

This is the time of year when I receive many calls about how to boost the immune system. No one likes to get a cold or flu. Recent research confirms many ways we can stay healthy. For example, studies have shown that people with vitamin D deficiency are 11 times more likely to get a cold or flu, while supplementing with vitamin D can reduce colds and flu by 42%.

Easy Healthy Dessert Recipe for the Holidays

I was a closet sugar junkie but Halloween gave me license to eat as much candy as I could scramble to collect on the appointed day. I amassed a very large stash and savored every bite! The toll on my health was considerable. What are concerned and health-conscious parents to do? My advice is to emphasize the costumes, enjoy the fun and de-value the treats. Also, find healthy, tasty alternatives and reward your kids for giving up the pure sugar. Here is a healthy recipe alternative - Cherry Almond Baked Apples

Blood Chemistry is the Ultimate Window into One's Health

Blood chemistry is the ultimate window into one's health. To establish a baseline of health and disease, there is nothing more effective and affordable than a comprehensive blood chemistry panel.  Moreover, it is covered by most insurance plans. A routine panel can screen for disorders and risks related to blood sugar, electrolytes, liver, kidney, heart and blood. Along with a complete blood count or CBC, it can reveal the presence of infection, inflammation, anemia, as well as deficiencies in iron, Vitamin D, B12 and folic acid. Blood nutrition is a new, science-guided approach we use in our office, matching your blood chemistry results to best prescribe dietary and nutraceutical interventions to address many common conditions.

Nutritional Therapy for Age Related Eye Diseases

Diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, arthritis, respiratory conditions (and the medications that go with them) can contribute to the formation of cataracts.
There are more than 300 commonly prescribed medications that speed up cataract formation when coupled with sunlight exposure. Ask your pharmacist about your medication. And wear sunglasses outside to protect your eyes from the dangers of sunlight exposure especially if you cannot find natural alternatives to your medications.

SpectraCell Retest Program

For patients with approved insurance coverage SpectraCell is waiving all patient financial responsibility for retesting of their Micronutrient and Lipoprotein Particle Profile™ (LPP™) Testing through December 31, 2011.

What Do your Genes Know that You Don't?

You can talk to your genes with specific foods that have been shown to suppress the expression of cancer genes and increase tumor suppressor genes!

Which Oils are the Best & Healthiest for Cooking, Baking, Grilling, and Preparing Salad Dressings, Marinades & Sauces?

We should use the least refined, most wholesome oils at all times. Commercial oils used in eating establishments and in processed foods  are filtered, degummed, bleached, deodorized, scented, stabilized and colored. Often, synthetic antioxidants are added to replace the natural ones lost in the refining process. Sold in clear plastic containers, these oils are more easily oxidized and may react with the plastic containers.