Doctors have long understood that contraction of the heart, known as systole, is an energy-requiring process. The filling of the heart with oxygenated...
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Now, more than ever, people are cooking homemade meals and sharing them with loved ones. Perhaps you’re an expert chef, or maybe you’re a ...
LDL takes cholesterol from the liver to the rest of the body. HDL takes cholesterol from the rest of the body (including heart plaque) and brings it b...
I have been drinking coffee since I was 10. Many of you have a similar experience. Never was I concerned about if it was a healthy habit or not. Until...
Seasonal allergies have arrived for many. And with that, comes all of the hallmark allergy symptoms for those affected. The goal with functional medic...
Everyone knows that heart disease is the #1 killer worldwide. But I can’t blame you if the hysteria around coronavirus has taken front and center ...
Immunoglobulins, or antibodies, are known as the defender proteins of the immune system. Immunoglobulin G is the most abundant antibody found in the h...
Spring is here and so are seasonal allergies. And with that, comes all of the symptoms for those affected. Runny nose, sneezing, nasal congestion, sor...
Seasonal allergies are a condition experienced by many. They tend to occur during certain parts of the year, namely spring and summer seasons. Hallmar...
The truth is that healthy eating is both easy and complicated at the same time. While many people know what to eat to be healthy, they may not always ...
There are many healthy and delicious breakfast ideas that are super easy to make. Look no farther, we have gathered the best, Paleo-worthy breakfast r...
What is vitamin D? Vitamin D is known as the “sunshine vitamin”. It is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning it requires fat for absorption. Whil...
What is zinc? Zinc is an essential trace mineral meaning the body cannot make it on its own. Therefore, this mineral must be obtained through food and...
Who would have thought that beetroot can protect you from a virus? Actually, it is the end-product, nitric oxide, made from nitrates from food like be...
Our stomach is loaded with acid. The acid serves two main purposes: to kill pathogens and to enhance digestion of food. We learned this in medical sch...
Viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites are all around us. Actually, they are inside of us too. Some medical researchers estimate that over 300 TRILLI...
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Warnings for people with heart disease are all over mainstream media the last couple of weeks given the threat of coronavirus. People are running scar...
The longevity-boosting, disease-preventing cellular process that we are referring to is called autophagy. It eliminates damaged cells and debris, and ...
A recent study found that the rate of biological aging of Americans is significantly lower than it has been in the past twenty years. Biological aging...
There are things that belong in your body and things that don’t. We need calcium, magnesium, potassium and more. We don’t need toxic eleme...
What is choline? Choline is a vitamin-like nutrient. It is an essential nutrient, meaning that even though your liver can make it in small amounts, yo...
The truth is that healthy eating is both easy and complicated at the same time. While many people know what to eat to be healthy, they may not always ...
Are you struggling to move your bowels on a daily basis? I can’t tell you how many thousands of patients I have seen over the years who don̵...
Many people are familiar with fast heart rates, otherwise known as tachycardia. Typical diagnoses are atrial fibrillation, SVT, or sinus tachycardia. ...
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is an abnormal heart rhythm that affects the lives of millions of Americans. Some people have symptoms with AF and some don&#...
Dementia and memory loss are the biggest fear people have regarding their health. This is my observation after seeing 10’s of thousands of patie...
The benefits of milk thistle have been known for thousands of years. One of the main reasons for the medicinal properties is a molecule in milk thistl...
Many people ask about the differences among these dietary approaches. But there is actually more similarity to Paleo, Keto, and Carnivore than there a...
Insulin is a hormone released from the pancreas in response to blood sugar elevation. Blood sugar (glucose) goes up when we eat sugar and other carboh...
What is castor oil? Castor oil is an oil made from castor “beans”, which are not beans, but actually the seeds of the plant ricinus commun...
This superfood we are referring to has been eaten by people since ancient times. It is the truest superfood and has been around the longest. It is org...
As a cardiologist, I have attended to and consulted on thousands of heart attack and stroke victims. These medical conditions can be scary for both pa...
Most people have probably been told that to assess their individual risk for coronary heart disease (CHD) then calculated laboratory measurements of L...
The medicinal value of green tea has been recognized for centuries. After all, it is loaded with phytonutrients that lower inflammation and oxidative ...
Whether you get the news from TV or by surfing the web, you are likely to come across a new diet recommendation. To me, it seems like every day there ...
Zinc is a mineral well known to help fight infections. It is also involved in numerous aspects of cellular metabolism and is required for the activity...
Inflammation is common to most health problems. And when inflammation hits the heart, it is painful and possibly life-threatening. You see, the sac th...
Weight gain is more likely to occur with age. That’s right, the older you become the easier it is to pack on the pounds. Many factors can play a...
High blood pressure affects millions of people. Also known as hypertension, the risks of this are heart attack, stroke, dementia and death. The medica...
If you’re serving desserts this holiday season (and who isn’t?), then make sure they are HEALTHY desserts. Healthy desserts are also great...
Checking your blood pressure (BP) regularly at home is an important part of managing high blood pressure. Home monitoring is key to ensuring normal BP...
Digestive problems affect the great majority of the population. Heartburn, gas, bloating, belching, constipation and diarrhea are daily symptoms for...
Today, I want to talk to you about Low Blood Pressure or Hypotension. I got a lot of people who ask me about low blood pressure and should they be con...
I want to make the case of how mold in your house and in your food can lead to atrial fibrillation. I know your doctor told you there is no reason f...
The doctor told you that your blood pressure is high. They told you that you need to go on a pharmaceutical to lower your numbers down. But did th...
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy is a term to describe when there is a sudden temporary weakening of the heart muscle. This weakening is usually triggered by ...
Red and golden beets have been prized foods in many different cultures. They can be eaten raw or cooked and even juiced. In fact, there is a ton of sc...
