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How to Spot the Signs of Inflammation
I remember one afternoon walking along the cobblestoned streets of Notting Hill, West London — the charming quaint town where I was so fortunate to have once lived. In front of a local pub around t...
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How to Naturally Treat Your Allergies
Don’t you just LOVE spring? The flowers and trees are blooming, the sun is coming out, and bright colors are in season. Plus, it’s perfect weather for picnics and playing outdoors. Except one th...
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Happy Easter—Here’s to Tradition AND Change!
Isn’t it funny how Easter traditions change over time… and how they stay the same? When I was a kid, Easter meant dressing up, going to church, and having relatives visit. But for me, I confess, it...
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How toxic are your skin care products?
You know what I always say: What goes on your skin also goes THROUGH your skin and into your bloodstream. That’s a little scary, isn’t it? And it means that in addition to thinking about what’s in ...
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To Get Slim and Healthy… Take a Bath!
Question: What’s better than spending an hour relaxing in a hot bath with a good book and a cup of tea (or maybe a glass of wine)? Answer: Discovering that it’s actually good for you! If you’re a ...
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10 Fun Swaps for Pasta and Rice
One of the most important pieces of advice I give my patients is, “Don’t sacrifice—swap!” That’s because there’s a delicious and healthy alternative for every high-carb, unhealthy dish. All it take...
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7 Ways to Add Leafy Greens into Your Diet
It’s classic “mom” advice: Eat your greens. And you know what? Moms are right! In fact, one of the best pieces of advice I can give you, if you want to stay slim and healthy for your whole life, is...
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Making Your Gut Bugs Happy —It’s Not Just About Food!
Are you loading up on probiotics like sauerkraut and coconut kefir—and on prebiotics like jicama, onions, and asparagus? If so, hurray for you! The first step in creating a healthy gut ecosystem i...
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Fermented Foods: A Quick Q&A
Traditional foods are making a huge comeback these days, and one of the trends that makes me happiest is the return to fermented foods. From kimchi to sauerkraut to kombucha, these foods have been...
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