Do canned and frozen fruits & veggies contain good nutrition?
Do you ever wonder if frozen and canned fruits and vegetables are as nutritious as fresh foods? It is a question I get asked from time to time in the office and even out of it. My short answer is to opt for fresh produce whenever possible, however, if fresh variations are unavailable, frozen or […]
Gut health and weight gain: Is there a link?
My top 3 tips for improving gut health I get asked time and time again,”Hey Doc, What probiotics should I take to improve my gut health?”. Let’s face it, you’ve probably already Googled “which gut bacteria cause weight loss”, and found a whole list of bacteria names or tips. You may also know some popular […]
Is it really that hard to be happy?
Scientists have been asking this question for centuries: “Is Happiness a Chance or a Choice?” Behavioral scientists have spent a lot of time studying what makes us happy (and what doesn’t). We know happiness can predict health and longevity, and happiness scales can be used to measure social progress and the success of public policies. […]
How to set SMART goals, not resolutions!
Have you ever set a New Year’s resolution only to see it fail the following month? As I was writing my first newsletter for this year I dug into some research on this subject and was aghast to find that nearly 80% of people admitted to abandoning their New Year’s resolutions by February every year, […]
Hair Loss after Weight Loss?
Hair loss is common after metabolic and bariatric surgery especially in younger women, and those with low serum levels of zinc, folic acid, and ferritin.
Can weight loss pills help shift the scales?
We live in a world where many people resort to extreme measures to lose weight. In this climate, products that promise extreme or rapid weight loss have created a great deal of suspicion and controversy.
Can a SAD diet actually make you feel sad?
Studies show that depression and diet may be related. Several studies have found that people who ate a poor-quality diet — one that was high in processed meat, chocolates, sweet desserts, fried food, refined cereals and high-fat dairy products — were more likely to report symptoms of depression. The good news is that the people […]
Is Your Fatty Liver Hurting Your Brain?
Have you heard of Fatty Liver? Put simply, there is more fat in and around the liver than what is normal. Having small amounts of fat in your liver is normal, but too much can become a health problem. Too much fat in your liver can cause liver inflammation, which can damage your liver and […]
Is Dairy Good for Weight Loss?
Much conjecture surrounds the benefits of consuming dairy foods and whether or not it is good for weight loss. Let’s explore some of the potential pitfalls you may not be aware of. ALL IN THE MARKETING? Milk is a complete food …only if you’re a calf! Humans are the only animals that consume the milk […]
Is Snoring a Ticking Time Bomb?
Come to think of it, we spend nearly one-third of our lives asleep! Without sleep, we wouldn’t be able to function properly. However, several things can negatively impact our sleep. Take snoring, for instance—it can disrupt your sleep and your partner’s sleep. You might have heard this before but sleep deprivation and restless sleep as […]