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Wednesday, 05 March 2014 11:11
5 Simple Ways to Grow Younger
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 26 February 2014 14:45
Drinking Over the Age of 45: What Are the Risks?
Your body handles alcohol differently as you age. Even if you don't drink excessively, that doesn't mean you shouldn't be concerned.
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 13 February 2014 14:45
Aging Erasers: Top 3 Supplements for Youthful Skin
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Monday, 03 February 2014 12:00
7 Health Benefits of Beer
Published in
Staying Well
Saturday, 01 February 2014 16:25
Simple Rules for a Longer Life
They say prevention is the best medicine. But how do you know which advice will work and which tips are myths?
Published in
YOU The Owners Manual Podcast
Thursday, 30 January 2014 14:11
Acidic Food Causing You to Age?
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 23 January 2014 14:45
Boosting Collagen: The Science Behind Younger Looking Skin
One of the most visible signs of aging occurs in the skin, where previously firm, healthy collagen strands give way to wrinkling, dryness, and looseness.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 23 January 2014 14:33
Reverse the Aging Process: Eat for Your Cells
The secret to anti-aging success is that unlike an automobile, the human body is a self-repairing system.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 19 December 2013 14:11
Safely Replace Hormones & Achieve a Vibrant, Energy-Filled Life
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 19 December 2013 14:00
Are Hormones Safe to Take?
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Tuesday, 17 December 2013 12:11
Can Exercise in Your 20's Ward off Dementia in Your 70's?
You know that exercise is good for your waistline; but did you know it can also improve your brain health later in life?
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Train Your Body
Tuesday, 10 December 2013 12:00
Hate Working Out? Walk It Out!
Not a fan of working out? Learn how to completely tone your body in a simple 30-minute walking workout.
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Train Your Body
Thursday, 05 December 2013 14:00
Using Mung Bean to Lower Inflammation
Chronic inflammation accelerates aging and is an underlying factor in many of the diseases associated with aging.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 28 November 2013 13:22
Thinning Hair? Don't Despair... Reverse It
Thinning hair? Don't despair. Hair loss caused by diseases, such as thyroid disease, can be reversed with treatment of the underlying condition.
Published in
HER
Wednesday, 27 November 2013 03:39
Effective Non-Hormonal Therapies for Menopausal Symptoms
While the fluctuation and decline of reproductive hormones is a normal and expected event in mid-life women, the associated symptoms are nonetheless disruptive. Until very recently, millions of women alleviated their hot flashes and night sweats with conjugated equine estrogens and medroxyprogesterone acetate (synthetic hormone replacement therapy or HRT).
However, mounting evidence from several clinical trials has shown that women using synthetic HRT are at significant increased risk of developing breast cancer, coronary heart disease, pulmonary embolism, and stroke.
With little room for HRT in current practice and little else in the traditional medicine chest to consider, physicians are increasingly turning to natural non-hormonal therapies for women who need relief from menopausal symptoms.
As a naturopathic physician, I have used botanical medicines and other natural alternatives for many years with great success to help women create and maintain hormonal health. I've found the most effective approach combines stress management, diet, exercise and nutritional supplements to support and work with a woman's body, not against it. While each patient's treatment plan is unique, it has been my experience that most symptoms caused by menopause and/or hormone fluctuations and imbalances will respond to natural therapies.
However, mounting evidence from several clinical trials has shown that women using synthetic HRT are at significant increased risk of developing breast cancer, coronary heart disease, pulmonary embolism, and stroke.
With little room for HRT in current practice and little else in the traditional medicine chest to consider, physicians are increasingly turning to natural non-hormonal therapies for women who need relief from menopausal symptoms.
As a naturopathic physician, I have used botanical medicines and other natural alternatives for many years with great success to help women create and maintain hormonal health. I've found the most effective approach combines stress management, diet, exercise and nutritional supplements to support and work with a woman's body, not against it. While each patient's treatment plan is unique, it has been my experience that most symptoms caused by menopause and/or hormone fluctuations and imbalances will respond to natural therapies.
Published in
RadioMD Blog
Thursday, 21 November 2013 13:45
Care for Yourself During Times of Stress
Is it ever all about YOU? One of the biggest issues women face is finding time to care for themselves.
Published in
HER
Wednesday, 20 November 2013 14:45
Non-Hormonal Therapies for Hot Flashes
While the fluctuation and decline of reproductive hormones is an expected event in mid-life women, the associated symptoms are nonetheless disruptive.
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 14 November 2013 13:22
Lost Weight? Get Rid of Your Excess Skin
If you've lost a lot of weight, you may still be burdened with excess skin. Learn how you can remove this skin and dramatically improve the overall shape of your body.
Published in
HER
Thursday, 14 November 2013 13:11
Spotted: Identifying Cancerous Moles
The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends that everyone practice monthly head-to-toe self-examinations of your skin.
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HER
Thursday, 14 November 2013 13:00
Top 4 Beauty Products You Can't Live Without
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HER
Thursday, 31 October 2013 13:45
Women: Do You Hate Your Body?
According to a study commissioned by Dove, only four percent of women around the world describe themselves as beautiful.
Published in
HER
Wednesday, 23 October 2013 11:11
The Cortisol Connection: How to Reduce Stress & Slow Aging
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 17 October 2013 14:33
PQQ: The Next Generation Energy Supplement
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 16 October 2013 11:11
Suzanne Somers: Estrogen, Emotions & Perimenopause
On a roller-coaster ride of emotions? Perhaps feeling bitchy and cranky and fatigued more often than you should?
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 10 October 2013 14:22
Can Cinnamon Prevent Alzheimer's Disease?
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Monday, 07 October 2013 12:22
Facial Treatments For Aging Skin
There is no magic potion that can make your skin perfect, but there are certain treatments that can help your skin as you age.
Published in
Staying Well
Monday, 07 October 2013 12:00
Dietary Tips for Radiant Skin
Published in
Staying Well
Thursday, 03 October 2013 14:22
How to Conquer Your Chronic Stress
Although the human body is relatively adept at managing acute stressors, chronic stress can produce a variety of harmful effects.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 18 September 2013 11:11
Gentlemen: Want to Reboot Your Competitive Drive?
Men, have you lost your competitive drive as you've grown older? Learn how to reboot that drive, naturally.
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 29 August 2013 14:22
How to Start a Brain Fitness Program
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 29 August 2013 14:11
Enhancing Brain Function: What Really Works?
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 29 August 2013 14:00
Intermittent Fasting Extends Lifespan
Intermittent fasting has been practiced for centuries but is now making a pretty big comeback. Why? Because, research shows it can add years to your life.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Monday, 12 August 2013 12:11
Too Young for Botox?
Somewhere in your 20's you may begin to see the signs of aging, but when is it okay to start using Botox?
Published in
Staying Well
Thursday, 08 August 2013 14:33
4 Pillars of Longevity
There are four things that impact how long and healthy your life will be: physical activity, mental prowess, stable mood and proper nutrition.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Tuesday, 06 August 2013 15:14
What Can George W’s Stent Mean To You?
The Presidents' arteries, and what it means for you and yours.
George W had a positive stress test and received a stent to open up one (or was it more—we do not know) of his coronary (heart) arteries.
Was the stress test appropriate, and was the stent needed? Or could food choices have changed the need?
George W isn't the first President with arteries that show aging and plaque. Clinton's did. So did Reagan, and Ike and Harrison and Roosevelt's times two, and maybe every President. Just look at Obama's hair, or Bill C's heart arteries before he radically changed his diet and stress levels - or you can look at Ike or Harrison or - chose any President - it is a job laden with aging stress.
Published in
RadioMD Blog
Wednesday, 24 July 2013 11:00
Everyday Fitness Tips: Yoga & Pilates
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Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 17 July 2013 11:45
The Science Behind the Chocolate's Health Benefits
Do you feel a sense of euphoria after eating chocolate? Learn why certain cocoa is extremely beneficial.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 17 July 2013 11:22
The Power of Ashtanga Yoga
With all the different styles of yoga, you may be wondering which is right for you. Ashtanga might be the answer you've been searching for.
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Naturally Savvy
Monday, 17 June 2013 13:34
Heart Disease Risk Factors Your Doctor Won't Tell You About
Modifying traditional heart disease risk factors is not enough to protect your heart. Many Americans continue to suffer from heart attacks and stroke despite receiving a clean bill of health from their doctors. So what are we missing?
Traditional medicine modifies just 6 risk factors — obesity, smoking, high LDL-cholesterol, low HDL-cholesterol, high triglycerides, and high blood sugar. However, integrative and alternative doctors have come to recognize 11 additional risk factors.
Here are two additional risk factors to consider if you want to keep your heart healthy …
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RadioMD Blog
Thursday, 13 June 2013 14:45
Are Your Arteries Turning into Bone?
In diseased arteries, bone-making cells can be found in the lining of arterial walls. And, as you can probably imagine, this is not a healthy process.
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Monday, 03 June 2013 12:11
Pinpointing Cosmetic Acupuncture
Published in
Staying Well
Wednesday, 29 May 2013 23:40
Red Cabbage is Good for Bad Nerves
Diabetic neuropathy results from two destructive processes caused by high blood sugar: oxidative stress and glycation. Here at Life Extension® we are always looking for innovative ways to help fight against the damaging effects of high blood sugar.
The latest discovery is found in almost every grocery store in the nation … red cabbage. Researchers at the United Arab Emirates University studied red cabbage extract’s protective action against oxidative stress. Their results are quite amazing.1
Diabetes was induced in male rats using a common laboratory technique (infusion of the chemical streptozotocin). Within 60 days, all of the rats infused with streptozotocin exhibited many symptoms of diabetes including loss of body weight, high blood sugar, kidney problems and nerve cell dysfunction.
The latest discovery is found in almost every grocery store in the nation … red cabbage. Researchers at the United Arab Emirates University studied red cabbage extract’s protective action against oxidative stress. Their results are quite amazing.1
Diabetes was induced in male rats using a common laboratory technique (infusion of the chemical streptozotocin). Within 60 days, all of the rats infused with streptozotocin exhibited many symptoms of diabetes including loss of body weight, high blood sugar, kidney problems and nerve cell dysfunction.
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RadioMD Blog
Wednesday, 22 May 2013 15:39
The Health Benefits of Walnuts: A True 'Super Food'
The Greeks called the walnut “the nut of Jupiter,” fit for the gods. Native to Persia, walnuts now come from California, which has over 122,000 acres of walnut trees. The tree itself is very hardy and is 15 years old before reaching full production. The average tree produces for 45 years.
Walnuts are high in unsaturated, fatty acids, iron, and B vitamins. The oil in walnuts has a tendency to absorb strong odors, so they should be kept in cold storage. Manufacturers of syrup toppings, ice cream, candy, casseroles and baking products all rely on walnuts.
Although many nuts have proven to be really beneficial to your health, studies are showing that walnuts contain almost twice as many antioxidants as other nuts. And that’s not just an interesting statistic — all of those antioxidants really do your body a lot of good. Below, we’ll take a look at two big stand-out benefits of walnuts.
Walnuts are high in unsaturated, fatty acids, iron, and B vitamins. The oil in walnuts has a tendency to absorb strong odors, so they should be kept in cold storage. Manufacturers of syrup toppings, ice cream, candy, casseroles and baking products all rely on walnuts.
Although many nuts have proven to be really beneficial to your health, studies are showing that walnuts contain almost twice as many antioxidants as other nuts. And that’s not just an interesting statistic — all of those antioxidants really do your body a lot of good. Below, we’ll take a look at two big stand-out benefits of walnuts.
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RadioMD Blog
Monday, 13 May 2013 12:33
Is it Time to Consider Laser Resurfacing?
In the hands of a qualified professional, you can see remarkable results. But which laser is best for you?
Published in
Staying Well
Monday, 13 May 2013 12:22
IPL: Photofacial Therapy to Improve Your Skin
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Staying Well
Monday, 13 May 2013 12:11
Exploring the Different Types of Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are one of the oldest cosmetic procedures to help improve skin that can have immediate results.
Published in
Staying Well
Monday, 01 April 2013 12:00
Aging: Beat the Downshift in Metabolism
Published in
Staying Well
Monday, 11 March 2013 12:00
IV Vitamin Therapy: The Must Have Cocktail?
This invasive therapy claims to be highly effective in treating a range of ailments, increasing your energy, and even slowing down the aging process.
Published in
Staying Well
Monday, 04 February 2013 12:22
The Supplements You Need As You Age
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Staying Well
Monday, 07 January 2013 03:28
The Real Way to Win and be “Whealthy”
As a naturopathic doctor and author, I lecture quite frequently all across the country. Last week I was on the blue-line train from O'Hare to downtown Chicago to address a group of doctors on subclinical hypothyroidism. As I approached the city, I thought, What the heck?, and decided to connect with my friend Maddy, who lives downtown. To my surprise, Maddy was on the green-line train coming home from work and free to meet after my lecture. I was thrilled! We had a wonderful time catching up on all aspects of our lives. She was upbeat as she shared that her career and finances were better than ever been and that she was beginning to date someone she really liked. But there was one area of her life that she was quite frustrated with—her overall health.
She looked at me and said simply, "Hol, my body is doing funny things, and I don't like it." It was obvious that she had gained some weight, but I asked her to be more specific and look beyond the weight gain. She told me that her annual blood work showed elevated cholesterol levels and the doctor had diagnosed her as prediabetic, with her blood sugar regularly running high and blood pressure measuring slightly high. I then asked her a myriad of questions regarding her lifestyle, diet, and habits—similar questions I would ask patients in my practice.
She looked at me and said simply, "Hol, my body is doing funny things, and I don't like it." It was obvious that she had gained some weight, but I asked her to be more specific and look beyond the weight gain. She told me that her annual blood work showed elevated cholesterol levels and the doctor had diagnosed her as prediabetic, with her blood sugar regularly running high and blood pressure measuring slightly high. I then asked her a myriad of questions regarding her lifestyle, diet, and habits—similar questions I would ask patients in my practice.
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RadioMD Blog