Have you ever had a goiter (or goitre) or known someone who has? If you aren't sure, the most noticeable sign of a goiter is a bulging in the bottom of the neck. Small to moderate-sized goiters are actually relatively common in the U.S., and they can happen to people of all ages. For some people,…
Collagen and gelatin have become two of the hottest supplements in the health world. Not only do both boast a long list of health benefits, but they can also each be used in a variety of recipes, ranging from soups to sweets and beyond. However, although the two share many similarities, many people are unsure…
Have you ever noticed a feeling a brain fog and fatigue after a day of thinking hard? Perhaps after a difficult day at work or long test, your brain just feels … tired. A new study suggests that your body may be pushing you to make poor choices after a long day. It's not that…
Fasting, especially different methods of intermittent fasting, has caught on in recent years as one of the most effective dietary tools for maintaining a healthy weight. Not only this, but it can potentially support a healthy metabolism, digestion, immune responses and more. While most experts recommend focusing on anti-inflammatory diet in addition to practicing intermittent…
Love the buzz from your steamy mug of coffee but hate the slump after your spike in energy? We have found five delicious alternatives to coffee that will keep you energized throughout the day and deliver amazing health benefits. But first, let’s talk more about coffee and why you may want to consider making a…
Salisbury steak is one of those dishes that is quintessentially American but seems to make an appearance in frozen dinners more than on kitchen tables. But you don’t need to pull out a pre-made meal full of nasties when you can make Salisbury steak right at home. Plus, not only is this Salisbury steak recipe…
People like to say, "You are what you eat." We like to say, "You are what you break down and absorb." When you pair this with the staggering statistic that at least 54 percent of children in the U.S. have been diagnosed with a chronic condition, according to a 2011 study published in Academic Pediatrics,…
In the past few decades, our diets have changed dramatically. Highly processed foods are more common than fruits and vegetables, as Americans opt for convenient choices that fit in to their busy lifestyles. Enter the Paleo diet plan, which seeks to ditch processed options in favor of the foods eaten by our ancestors. The Paleo…
In my 50-plus years of pediatric practice, I have consulted with thousands of parents about the confusing diagnosis of failure to thrive. The problem isn’t with growth charts. We include them in most of our books. What parents often don’t consider is that growth charts represent a percentage. They are an average of thousands of…
It's no secret that inflammation is the root of many diseases, but did you know it may actually play a part in brain size as well? It's true, but that also means consuming an anti-inflammatory diet can help combat chronic disease and potentially even help increase brain size. In fact, a first-of-its-kind study published in Alzheimer's…
