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The art of letting go of excess weight

Letting go of anything – old habits, a relationship, that favorite pair of blue jeans – is uncomfortable, even if it’s for our own good. And the same goes for letting go of excess...

DATE: Aug 26, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

Maybe it’s low testosterone?

As we age, we tend to see dips in testosterone. This isn’t ideal as testosterone is a key hormone in keeping both men AND women at optimal health with high energy, supple skin, g...

DATE: Jul 29, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

The reason behind those monthly cravings

Today’s column is for all the ladies out there. Men, stay tuned for next month’s discussion on testosterone. For now, we are going to discuss that “once a month” time when many of...

DATE: Jul 1, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

What to eat to avoid painful gallstones

Most people are aware that diet plays a major role in gallstone production. And, man, if we can avoid gallbladder issues, we definitely want to because these stones hurt! The gall...

DATE: Jun 3, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

Exercise, immunity and weight loss

“Exercise decreases immunity? What the heck! I thought I was doing something good for my body!” Or, “Reduce my exercise? How am I ever going to lose this weight?” I’ve been hearing these rem...

DATE: May 6, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

Uncertain times and our health

We are all different: various backgrounds, genetic makeup, political and religious beliefs. I see different metabolisms with hundreds of varying dietary needs, sensitivities and preferences ...

DATE: Apr 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

‘The Biggest Loser’ is back ... and not a great guide

If you have struggled with weight loss or simply like watching reality TV, you have probably watched the show, “The Biggest Loser.” At PHD, we have listened to clients tell us abo...

DATE: Mar 4, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

How many carbs should we be eating?

There is so much talk about them, so much controversy over these little things most of us love so much – the ever-popular carbohydrate. Some diets suggest eliminating them all, wh...

DATE: Feb 12, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

How did U.S. get addicted to sugar?

Sugar consumption in the United States has increased from 18 pounds per person per year in 1800 to more than 180 pounds per person per year in recent estimates. That is an increase approachi...

DATE: Jan 14, 2020 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

Can alcohol be part of a healthy diet?

With the holidays upon us and the good cheer flowing, I thought it would be a nice time to talk about one of our favorite food groups this winter season: alcohol. I often get aske...

DATE: Dec 18, 2019 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

The mental health and diet connection

Believe it or not, your emotional state has a lot to do with how healthy your gut is. Every part of your body works together as one system; if one element is out of balance, it wi...

DATE: Nov 20, 2019 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

The skinny on intermittent fasting

It seems these days that everyone I chat with has questions about intermittent fasting. As simple as “just not eating” sounds, there is an art and science behind it. Abstaining fr...

DATE: Oct 23, 2019 | CATEGORY: Strength in Well-being

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