Apr 12, 2023 | Blood Glucose
According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average American consumes about 17 teaspoons (68 grams) of added sugars daily. (1) This is more than double the recommended limit of no more than six teaspoons (25 grams) of added sugars...
Mar 15, 2023 | General Health
DIY health tests seem to be popping up everywhere. These convenient home kits provide an opportunity for average people like you and I to do a little digging into our health and wellness. It is pretty empowering, really, to be able to take charge of our health, and...
Mar 4, 2023 | General Health, stress
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to bounce back from stress and adversity with ease while others struggle to keep up? The answer may lie in a simple metric known as heart rate variability (HRV). We’ll explore the concept of HRV and how it can be used...
Feb 13, 2023 | Alcohol Consumption, Chronic Inflammation, Gut Health, Hormones
Social drinking is a widely accepted practice in our culture. Many events, celebrations, and gatherings with friends, family, or coworkers are often centered around alcohol. While I am not here to lecture you on your drinking habits, my aim is to highlight the...
Jan 18, 2023 | General Health, selfcare
If you know me well, you know that I am a huge book lover. I often joke that while some spend money on shoes, I spend my money on buying books! One of my favorite pastimes is listening to podcasts on health and longevity, and it’s not uncommon for me to hear an...
Dec 30, 2022 | Goals, Intentions
As 2022 makes its departure, it is once again that time when we are bombarded with articles and posts espousing the merits of New Year’s resolutions. Rest assured, there is none of that pressure here. I’d like to encourage setting intentions as you look ahead....
