Living in a modern environment, we are surrounded by things which slightly increase our risk of having a baby with birth defects. This means that we need to be much more careful about what we do or don’t do, so that we can reduce our risk. No matter whether you are at high risk of birth defects because of a genetic condition, or at low risk in general, it is always worth the effort to make sure we are doing everything in our power to help our babies. Read more…
We all understand the importance of diet, sleep and exercise. In the last few decades however, it’s become apparent that limiting exposure to various chemicals, toxins and pollutants is also important. We’ve learned more about the detrimental health effects various chemicals have on our health. Many cleaning products marketed as “green”, “natural” or “eco-friendly” actually contain chemicals that are known carcinogens, endocrine-disruptors or lung and skin irritants. Read more…
Juicing can be a tasty, enjoyable and nutritious part of a healthy lifestyle. However, some guidelines are important to make sure you are juicing in a way that is truly healthy for you. As most of you know, juicing only fruit can result in a large spike in blood sugar levels. And some have constitutions or digestive systems that make juicing less enjoyable and less healthy, especially at certain times of the year. Following these simple guidelines will allow most people to enjoy fresh juice in the healthiest way possible. Read more…
Meat is good for you! At least it is, in moderation, and if it’s raised and sourced correctly. I was a strict vegan for 5 years in my 20s, and vegetarian for a couple of years before that. Over the past twenty years, I’ve read most of the books promoting those diets. Based on my own experience, my reading of additional literature, and 10 years of clinical experience, I’ve come to the conclusion that a vegetarian diet can only be healthy if strict attention is paid to a number of factors. And a purely vegan diet is almost never healthy. I’ll go into more detail in future posts for those that are skeptical. Read more…
Spring is the perfect time of year to aid the body, and especially the liver, in cleansing and detoxification. The cleanse I recommend is very simple and consists of eating a stimulant-free, sugar-free, flour-free, whole foods diet for 10 days. The addition of a liver cleansing drink each morning draws out toxins from the body, and an herbal tea taken throughout the day helps to support the liver and the rest of the body in this process. Happy cleansing! Read more…
