A lot of people ask me, “I spend a lot of time outdoors in the summer. Can I quit taking my vitamin D supplement?” That really depends. There are many variables to consider: What is ‘a lot’? The difference between how much time we think we’re spending outdoors and how much we actually spend could be quite different. Likely if
I’ll Take My Coffee Black
I love my morning coffee. Especially as the days grow cooler and darker, there’s nothing that smells as good as fresh brewed coffee or warms my cold hands like a hot mug. Coffee has been the center of much debate over the years as it relates to health. Often times when a person has onset of health complications, the first
What’s all the Fuss about Fasting?
Fasting, the exercise of going prolonged periods of time without food, has been practiced in many cultures for centuries as a way to restore clear thinking and optimal body function, as well as connect with one’s spirituality. Lately, it’s been touted as the newest and best method for weight loss. There are many approaches to fasting. They can vary in
Your Prescriptions May Be Harming Your Nutritional Status
Nearly everyone takes a prescription medication at one time or another in their lifetime. Some medications manage acute conditions and others manage chronic disease symptoms. All medications, whether taken short or long term, have specific functions designed to eliminate or manage symptoms. Unfortunately, they also have some drawbacks that most people are unaware of: every medication causes at least one
What the Health- I watched it, see what I thought about it
I admit. I watched it. WHAT THE HEALTH I bet you’re dying to know what I think! Curiosity got me again. I’ve seen several documentaries that depict the disturbing nature of food production. We would be wise to be concerned. I agree with this author’s perspective that plant-based eating is better for our health, better for our environment, and better