Stress is a major issue literally everyone deals with in way or another, and chronic stress is a problem like never before. That's why it's so vital to keep your stress hormones in check. In a podcast episode with Dr. Anna Cabeca, DO, FACOG, I talked with the board-certified gynecologist and obstetrician, hormonal health expert,…
It goes without saying, 2020 has been a year full adapting to changes and accepting new norms. It has had a major impact on the health and wellness space, with more and more people interested in taking care of their bodies and minds. My health predictions for 2021 reflect the special emphasis we've put on…
Your liver and kidneys might normally get all the credit when it comes to detoxification, but did you know that your body also has another extensive system in place that helps detoxify your brain? If you're wondering what a "brain detox" is all about — or "how can I clean my brain?" — you've come…
Sounds crazy, I know, but when it comes to astrology, my belief system is that God created the stars, seasons and times in which we are able to glean wisdom. All of these factors affect our bodies. I believe that God created these things, not to be worshipped, but as categories that allow us to…
Your body faces constant attacks by germs, toxins and other harmful invaders. At the same time, everyday stress and worry can keep you and your body on constant high alert. All of those things demand attention from your immune system. And adding anything extra or unusual into the mix can throw everything further out of…
Who doesn't want to beat insomnia, experience deep sleep with vivid dreams and then wake up feeling refreshed? If you're one of millions of adults who struggle to get a good night's sleep, you may be curious about whether moon milk — a trendy variation of turmeric tea — can help solve your problem. Made…
Caffeine, regardless of the source, can be both a headache trigger or headache inhibitor. Caffeine withdrawal headaches, however, occur when someone normally dependent on caffeine (like one or more cups of coffee or tea a day) decides to skip out their usual caffeine routine. You're most susceptible to experiencing caffeine headaches and other withdrawal effects…
Addison’s disease, also called primary or chronic adrenal insufficiency or hypocortisolism, is one type of endocrine disorder that affects about one in 100,000 people. Addison’s disease symptoms are usually prominent and include weight loss, muscle weakness, fatigue, low blood pressure and digestive issues. It’s believed that Addison’s disease is usually autoimmune in nature and a…
Anxiety disorders are now considered to be the most common and pervasive mental disorders in the United States — and many other parts of the world too. During any given year, it's estimated that one type of anxiety disorder called generalized anxiety disorder (or GAD) affects about 6.8 million American adults, or 3 percent of…
You may not be aware that an item that is in your kitchen right now might have one of the most impressive lists of health benefits out there. But it’s true: the black pepper sitting innocently in your shaker is an incredibly powerful little spice used for millennia to heal the sick. Can you eat…
