Sleep apnea, or interruptions to breathing during sleep, is a condition that affects one third of all Americans, yet 90% are unaware and remain untreated. “Sleep apnea does not discriminate based on your occupation, physical size, shape or level of fitness, and has the power to significantly impair day-to-day functions,” says Martha Cortes, DDS and…
Most diets fail, as research shows, due to the rigid rules people impose upon themselves. Vowing to never eat a favorite “forbidden” food again fuels feelings of deprivation. Too often when dieters surrender to temptation, the guilt drives them to go on a binge eating spree and, eventually, just give up. The good news is…
It’s easier to thrive when things are going well. It’s much harder to flourish in times of challenge or despair. The past nine-months have been particularly challenging for many as alarming events have unfolded at a pace never experienced before, including multiple terrorist attacks, the plight of refugees, black lives cut short, and police officers murdered. Add…
Adapted from INFLAMED: discover the root cause of inflammation and personalize a step-by-step plan to create a vibrant, healthy life Flip open the pages of any natural health magazine right now, and it seems that a magical, bright yellow pile of dust – turmeric – is staring back at you. But why is this…
Have you ever walked into a room and forgot what you went in there for? Perhaps you lost your train of thought mid conversation after being distracted by a noise. Maybe you forgot a name or a number or to buy milk. We’re human! We forget things. However, the more we multitask, the less we…
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is such a regular occurrence for many women that they consider it a normal part of getting their period. The Mayo Clinic estimates about 75 percent of women get at least some form of PMS. Although the causes of PMS aren’t well understood, “Fluctuating levels of hormones and brain chemicals are thought…