It’s no secret that St. Patrick’s Day is the day when everyone is Irish, everyone wears green and many people consume green food and drink (looking at you green beer). And it also goes without saying that St. Patrick’s Day…
The lack of vegetable intake in the United States is something I see in my clinic on a regular basis. I hear it all the time, “I don’t like vegetables”. And while it’s ok to not “like” vegetables, it’s not…
Tea is a normal everyday beverage that is consumed by about 90% of the world’s population. Natural teas first originated in China as a medicinal drink and were popular among the Tang dynasty, which lead to its further spread to world population. After…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Well, it is for me. And while many people aren’t so keen on this time of year, there are still some wonderful things about fall that shouldn’t be overlooked. One of those…
The term “natural flavors” can be spotted in the ingredients for pretty much any packaged food nowadays, but what does this vague term really mean? Well, the truth about natural flavors is a little more complicated than the FDA will have…
Every October, the U.S. is bombarded with pink ribbons and reminders to “get the girls checked”. But the irony is that many of the companies waving the pink flags are actually contributing to increased cancer risks and cancer rates because…
As the transition into autumn occurs, so too can the flare ups of the common cold, influenza, allergies and more. There are several factors that can affect lung health, including physical activity levels, genetics and environmental conditions. Diet also plays…
We’ve all heard the old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. But is there any truth to it? Turns out, there is. Apples are some of the healthiest fruits available and there are a lot of reasons…