The holiday season brings joy, connection, and — let’s be honest — an endless parade of food temptations. From Thanksgiving stuffing and pumpkin pie to Christmas eggnog and cookies to New Year’s Eve champagne and hors d’oeuvres, it can feel nearly...
Most people think of sleep as simply rest — but research tells a far more compelling story. Our sleeping habits directly impact our weight, contribute to insulin resistance, increase the risk of heart disease, interfere with growth hormone production, accelerate...
Despite enormous advances in modern food manufacturing, America’s health has never been worse. Consider these sobering statistics: 1 in 4 Americans is on one or more lifestyle-induced drugs, 25% of adults over 40 are on a statin for cholesterol, 87 million...
Summer barbecues, beach gatherings, and vacation celebrations are some of life’s greatest pleasures — but the food and drinks that often accompany them may be doing more damage than most people realize. Scientists studying the global rise in obesity and chronic...
Between 15 and 20 million Americans use proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Prilosec, Prevacid, and Nexium to treat heartburn, acid reflux, GERD, or peptic ulcer disease — generating nearly $14 billion in annual pharmaceutical sales. But here’s what most patients...
Swimsuit season rolls around and suddenly everyone is looking for a quick fix — crash diets, extreme calorie restriction, and the latest trending weight loss plan. For nutritionists and functional medicine practitioners, this is actually the most concerning time of...
