The Silent Health Crisis That’s Stealing Your Strength After 40
Most people don’t discover they have osteoporosis until they break a bone. Even fewer have ever heard of sarcopenia—the gradual loss of muscle that begins as early as our 30s and accelerates with age. By the time a bone density scan or an unexpected fall reveals the problem, years of bone loss and muscle decline […]
The Longevity Lab Panel: 100+ Biomarkers for Optimal Aging
This is about catching potential issues early, when you can still do something about them. You deserve a deep view of your health as it evolves. More time with the people you love. More moments that matter. Function exists to help make 100 healthy years a reality. A fulfilling life depends on health, and health […]
The One Thing a Plant-Based Diet Can’t Give You After 40
If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you know I’m a big believer in eating a whole-food, plant-focused diet. Plants provide fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and powerful compounds that help protect us from many chronic diseases. But there is one important thing that a plant-based diet alone may struggle to provide after the […]
Sluggish Metabolism? Try These 5 Simple Steps
Have you noticed that it’s getting harder to maintain your weight, your energy isn’t what it used to be, and your body seems less responsive to the healthy habits that once worked? You’re not alone. Many people assume a slowing metabolism is simply part of aging. While metabolism can naturally change over time, there are […]
Supplements To Protect Your Health NOW
Supplements to Protect Your Health NOW is about supporting your immune system BEFORE you get sick! These recommendations come from Dr. Michael Murray, who also reminds us that attitude, lifestyle, and diet are also critical factors to employ in building immune health. Don’t gamble that you are getting everything that you need in your diet. […]
How To Go Pro (as in Probiotics)
Let’s learn how to Go Pro (as in Probiotics). Throughout history, fermented foods have provided probiotic bacteria in the diet. All traditional cultures fermented their foods and lived in and with nature. This created an amazing diversity of gut microbes. WHAT IS FERMENTED FOOD? Food fermentation dates back more than seven thousand years to wine […]
Got Tempeh?
Got tempeh? I was in my favorite Mother’s market today and was so excited get my firm tempeh that I love to saute and use as my plant based protein source. Want some good plant-based protein sources? Tempeh is a form of soy that is closer to soy in its whole food form. The vast […]
How to Beat Sugar Cravings Forever
Did you know that sugar and processed foods are as addictive as heroin or cocaine? What holds most of us back — and gets in the way of success — are those cravings that seem impossible to break. Here is my twelve step program to beating sugar cravings. 1. Forget fruit juices; go for the […]
Got Digestion Issues? – Avoid these Foods
Got digestion issues? It is estimated that up to 70 million Americans suffer from some form of digestive issue – ranging from chronic constipation to serious and even life-threatening conditions, such as Crohn’s disease. And while digestive issues can stem from a wide variety of causes, there’s one factor quite often overlooked – CARBOHYDRATES. I […]