Exactly two years ago, I ignored a growing, intense pain in my abdomen for about 24 hours, because I felt that I could not afford to take a break from all the work I had to do. Only when I was passing out from the pain did I have to be… Read more »
I’m no stranger to the winter blues… …otherwise known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD.) This temporary blah feeling that accompanies the winter months is thought to be triggered by shortened hours of daylight, which causes an imbalance in melatonin rhythms and decreased serotonin levels in the brain. SAD is thought to have a genetic… Read more »
Winter is a tough time for skin. The dry, heated air that cracks our vulnerable skin when we are indoors combines with whipping cold winds that chaff skin when we are outside… …absolutely no fun if you suffer from chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema or other forms of dermatitis. The… Read more »
Today I made a video for you to answer one of my most frequently asked questions: How can I protect my teenager from all the radiation they are exposed to? These tips aren’t just applicable to teens, but would work well with anyone that seems a little resistant to (or even openly defiant about,… Read more »
Yes… I know, I know: it isn’t even Thanksgiving yet. But most of the items I offer are custom made (just for you!) when you place an order. And because they are hand sewn by local artisans, they can take several weeks to have made and ready to ship… …so the deadline for ordering from my… Read more »
Here are some pictures from the 5G summit I recently spoke at: (thank you for taking them Melissa, you are the best!) While I am still waiting for the recording from that event, I had a quick moment while I was between presentations at a medical conference to run up to my… Read more »
Today I want to give you a round-up of my 12 favorite ways to decrease stress. Because if you can can decrease your stress levels, you can protect your longevity. 1. The easiest way to become stress-proof: take probiotics. I’ve blogged in the past about how probiotics are so powerful in stabilizing the mind… Read more »
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