After studying global data from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, researchers have discovered a strong correlation between severe vitamin D deficiency and mortality rates. Led by Northwestern University, the research team conducted a statistical analysis of data from hospitals and clinics across China, France, Germany, Italy, Iran, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom (UK)… [read more]

An immunity-boosting diet can be both a proactive and reactive approach to health and wellness. Many foods support your body in reversing oxidation and flushing out toxins. Even with a clean diet, there is no way to avoid oxidants, which is why we all need antioxidants. Here are the foods to prioritize, but keep in… [read more]

We are in unprecedented times, where many of us are managing multiple types of stress. Decreased income, the isolation of social distancing, spending a bit too much time with the ones you love, the fear of getting sick—and the frustration of when we will regain a bit of normalcy. This has led many of us… [read more]

We are in an exciting time where patients are more empowered and informed about their health than ever before. When it comes to health there are general guidelines, but nothing is a one-size-fits-all solution, which is why you must find ways to personalize your healthcare. Find The Right Physician Let’s first begin with finding a… [read more]

Eating out is convenient, a must for travel, a fun way to try new types of food, and one of the many ways we socialize with our nearest and dearest. Dining out isn’t something you have to give up when you personalize your nutrition, you just have to learn a few tips. Restaurant Selection If… [read more]

While nutrition will always be 90% of the weight loss equation, we must workout to maintain strength, flexibility, stamina, and to keep our body balanced from the inside out. Workouts also minimize tension and stress, eliminate toxins from our body, and optimize our mental health by stimulating the production of mood-boosting hormones. But what is… [read more]

Happy 2020! It’s an exciting time as the New Year is always a fresh start, which is why many of us make a few resolutions. But how many of your past resolutions have you actually achieved? Statistics show that most people abandon their resolutions a few weeks in, or never actually get started. Whether you’ve… [read more]

Just because you have rarely or never struggled with your weight doesn’t mean you are healthy. Too often we confuse weight with health, but being thin or within your suggested weight range may be giving you a false sense of security. If you are often tired, sluggish, or have low immunity your body is trying… [read more]

The New Year is a fresh start and an excellent time to set a few personal goals. The problem with standard resolutions is that most of us set the same generic goals each year, which we abandon about 6 weeks in. Below are clear, specific, and measurable health and wellness goals that are easy to… [read more]

Have you ever found yourself feeling ravenous just an hour or two after eating? Food is fuel so you should be able to make it from one meal to the next with nothing more than a small snack. Here are a few things to consider if you feel hungry shortly after eating. You Are Dehydrated… [read more]

You have worked hard to create healthy new dietary habits that leave you feeling better than you have in years—but now the holiday season is here. Here is how to indulge without completely blowing your routine. Plan Your Cheat Meals Holiday meals are about tradition including eating many of the same delicious dishes each year…. [read more]

Does it seem like everyone is talking about digestion? It’s because our digestive system plays a vital role in our whole-body health. If our digestion is poor our health will suffer and if it is regular, we will feel our best—from the inside out. Here are just a handful of ways that digestion impacts health… [read more]

There are so many dietary buzzwords out there that it can be difficult to keep up so you might be wondering what it means to eat clean? Clean eating is not a diet but a return to eating real and whole foods. This means more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy protein and fat—and fewer processed… [read more]

One of the biggest roadblocks to achieving your health and wellness goals is that there are a lot of nutrition myths that we turn to in order to improve our health. Although much of the dietary advice out there is based on data and scientific research it is often taken to an unhealthy or unrealistic… [read more]

With each season of life comes a variety of biological changes that require us to adjust how we manage both our health and our weight. One such change is the hormonal fluctuations that occur during menopause. If you don’t learn how to properly manage these fluctuations they can lead to weight gain. Here’s what you… [read more]

So many of the health and weight loss tips we hear are geared toward women, but this post is packed full of health tips for dads! Don’t Skip Your Annual Checkup Men are over 30% more likely to skip their annual checkup than women. The excuses range from being too busy, feeling fine, being uncomfortable… [read more]

We’ve all been there. A friend or colleague has successfully lost weight. So, you ask how they did it and rush to get started on the same diet. Although you follow the diet to perfection you have little to no results and are left wondering why it didn’t work for you too? A recent study… [read more]

It’s the thing we are cautioned against in our teens and twenties, that our metabolism will slow down as we age—leading to gradual weight gain. While our body will change as we age understanding how our metabolism works helps us take a proactive approach to health and weight gain. What Is Metabolism? In short, metabolism… [read more]

It’s the concept behind one of the most popular health food chains in the nation, but have you ever stopped to consider what whole foods are? Learning how to identify this one difference can transform the way you think about food. Here is what you need to know. What Are Whole Foods? Whole foods are… [read more]

The downside of the extreme diet and fitness culture we live in is that many of us have adopted unhealthy mindsets about our body, health, diet, and exercise. We commit to extreme plans that are unrealistic to maintain and punish and shame ourselves when we don’t stick to the plan. Here is how to create… [read more]