From the Doctor's Desk

Gut health tip: Sometimes quinoa can be difficult to digest, resulting in bloating. Soak your quinoa in water and 1 TBSP apple cider vinegar for at least an hour (I often soak it overnight). Then rinse well before cooking it. This will help remove phytic acid, which improves digestion and absorption of nutrients, and it…

Not just for my digestion but for my hormones, cancer prevention, and longevity. This was an epic day – I hit 48g of fiber, which left me feeling focused, super full, and energized all day. Don’t get me wrong-  I’m not always this on point, but I at least shoot for a minimum of 30g…

Women carry 2x the risk of developing Alzheimer’s compared to men. In fact, a woman’s estimated lifetime risk of developing Alzheimer’s at age 65 is 1 in 5. It’s projected that this figure will double by the year 2050! Let’s change that trajectory. First, it’s crucial to understand underlying risk factors, including changes in hormones.…

New research shows that key dietary changes can offset the strongest known genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. Even if dementia runs in your family, your food choices can shift the outcome. Having lost three family members to Alzheimer’s, I’ve witnessed firsthand the devastating toll this disease takes. While there’s a strong genetic component, I’m…