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You Can Be Busy and Still Eat Right
You have probably figured out by now that I’m very passionate about eating right. I need to be. I am a naturopath whose medical practice is founded on the premise that the body is able to restore its own good health if it has the... [read more]
Understanding the Restrictive Clause of Health Insurance
New patients frequently ask me about whether health insurance plans cover naturopathic care or not. The general rule is that they do not. Most health insurance companies around the country view naturopathy as an alternative form of medicine that has not proven effective enough to... [read more]
The Relationship Between Sugar, Calories, and Health
Most of my discussions relating to nutrition and good health center around the kinds of foods people should eat. I talk an awful lot about fruits and vegetables as a result. But there is another side to the coin. There are other kinds of foods... [read more]
The Link Between Cancer and Lifestyle Choices
We have long known that lifestyle choices do affect one’s risk of developing some forms of cancer. For example, the chances of developing lung cancer rise astronomically for the smoker. A person who has worked with asbestos has a much greater risk of developing mesothelioma... [read more]
Naturopathy: Why Fight It if It Works for Some?
Not long ago, I published a blog post entitled ‘No Need for War between Naturopathic and Allopathic Medicine’. In that post, I addressed the ongoing contention between naturopathic and allopathic medicine; contention that is not only unhealthy for patients but also completely unnecessary. I want... [read more]
Intake and Outflow: How They Affect Hormone Balance
In previous blog posts, I have addressed numerous issues relating to hormone balance and how hormones affect various body functions. I talk a lot about hormones because they are so important to human health. Furthermore, I see a lot of doctors and patients who do... [read more]
Could Migraines in Children Be a Vitamin Problem?
As a naturopath, it is my tendency to look at external influences that might explain a particular illness or malady rather than approaching patients with a ‘treat the symptoms only’ mindset. So imagine my interest in a study presented at the American Headache Society in... [read more]
Connecticut Poised to Expand Scope of Practice for Naturopathy
One of the things I strive to do with my blog is to look for ways naturopathic treatments are gaining traction in mainstream healthcare. Sometimes my research takes me down an unexpected avenue, which is the case for this blog post. I ran across a... [read more]
Canned Fruits and Vegetables Can Be a Good Source of Nutrients
As a naturopath and a believer of eating fresh whenever possible, it may sound almost sacrilegious to say what I am about to say. But here goes: canned fruits and vegetables can be a good source of nutrients. Despite our cultural insistence that canned products... [read more]
Are Smartphones Harming Our Emotional and Mental Health?
Few things are as socially awkward and unpleasant as gathering with a group of family members or friends only to realize everyone is staring down at their smartphones rather than interacting with one another. After all, what is the point in getting together if we... [read more]
BOOKS
The Freedom Diet
The Freedom Diet is a 60-day plan including dietary and lifestyle changes along with supportive supplement suggestions. The plan was originally designed for making significant shifts in blood sugar levels for diabetics. By using it on thousands of patients, Dr. Jessica Black discovered its benefits... [read more]
More Anti-Inflammation Diet Tips and Recipes (Spiral)
After the success of her first book, Dr. Black follows up with even more information, recipes, and tips to minimize or prevent inflammation by changing your diet. As stress and emotional issues are connected to inflammation, she encourages people to adopt an Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle (AIL) that includes exercise and lifestyle suggestions. Order your SIGNED copy today!
The Anti-Inflammation Diet and Recipe Book (Spiral)
The connection between inflammation and heart disease, arthritis, and other chronic ailments has become increasingly clear to doctors around the country and even the world. Based on her naturopathic practice, Jessica Black has devised a complete program for how to eat and cook to minimize and even prevent inflammation and its consequences. Order your SIGNED copy today!
RECENT RECIPES
Banana Arugula Breakfast Smoothie
This is a very easy and very quick breakfast to make before you dash out the door. You can experiment by adding your favorite seeds to this recipe as well for added protein. You can switch out the kinds of greens you use and the... [read more]
Fresh Sliced Golden Beets with Lemon
I have met many people who have never eaten fresh sliced golden beets. You may not have thought about eating beets raw but think again! These sliced beets make a healthy, simple, easy-to-prepare, and delicious snack. Bring these beets with you on the go.
Mexican Quinoa Dinner
Improving your vegetable and healthy protein intake can improve how you feel. Mexican Quinoa dinner is a simple and easy dish to put together. For this recipe, keeping some of the vegetable ingredients out and consuming them raw helps increase the nutrient content of your... [read more]
