Andrographis paniculata is an herb that has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to treat a variety of conditions.(1) Like other plants that are recognized as having medicinal properties, the efficacy of andrographis may be due to compounds that impart a bitter flavor. Plants protect themselves from being eaten by animals with bitter taste and this […]
Consuming dark chocolate improves athletic performance. It was found that when consuming 40 g of dark chocolate daily, amateur cyclists were found to use less oxygen when when riding at a moderate pace for 20 minutes. These cyclists also traveled a longer distance in a two minute timed trial, during which they went rode as hard […]
This is the outline of the summary of gallbladder disease that I prepared for our Functional Medicine Discussion Group meeting on 3/24/2016. It is intended primarily for Functional Medicine doctors and practitioners. GALLBLADDER DISEASE What is Gallbladder Disease? Essentially we are talking about gallstones and the inflammation of the gallbladder and the symptoms that […]
A new study published in Cancer Prevention Research found that women who were obese and who took 4 gms of fish oil per day had a lower risk of breast cancer.(1) This study looked at women who had an increased risk of breast cancer due to increased breast density. Other research has shown that women […]
We have known for many years that magnesium is one of the most important minerals for our health, including our heart health. A new study has found that those who are at low risk for heart disease but who have low serum magnesium levels, are at increased risk of coronary artery disease. They examined 34,553 people […]
If you have been suffering from intestinal gas or bloating or discomfort or flatulence or diarrhea or constipation, there may be a solution. There is a disorder of your intestinal tract that may explain your symptoms that can be tested for and is treatable. This condition is known as Small Intestinal Bacteria Overgrowth (SIBO). This […]
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Definition: This condition is defined by excessive amount of bacteria in the small intestine, esp. the type of bacteria normally found in the colon. The small intestine is supposed to be relatively free of bacteria to allow for maximal absorption of nutrient from the food. Symptoms: Gas, bloating, abdominal pain, […]
Healthy Eating Lowers Risk of Dying After a Heart Attack I know this may not seem like a surprise to those of us who are big believers in nutrition and healthy lifestyle, but it was a surprise for researchers. While it is generally acknowledged that eating healthy may reduce the risk of a heart attack, […]
Higher Omega 3 Levels Associated with Lower Risk of Pancreatic Cancer Pancreatic cancer is one of the most deadly forms of cancer and little is known about how to prevent it or effectively treat it. A new study found that Japanese men who consumed higher levels of omega 3 fats from seafood had significantly lower […]
This is a great recipe to add to your Thanksgiving meal. The brussels sprouts are roasted at a high temp so that wonderful caramelization develops and they’re so fast and easy to make. Halfway through baking, flip them over and drizzle with balsamic glaze or balsamic reduction (not the same as just straight balsamic vinegar) […]