Learn how taking a break from actively digesting food does the body good. The scientific literature supports the notion that longevity is associated with fasting. “Intermittent Fasting” or “Fasting Mimicking Diets” are patterns of eating that essentially give the body (1) a period of rest and (2) a chance to use an anti-inflammatory fuel source known as ketones. As counterintuitive as it may sound, time without food is vital to our health and wellbeing.
Read MoreAll we need to do is look at history to realize that our diet has everything to do with our heart health.
Read MoreJohn was suffering from congestive heart failure and liver cancer linked to long-standing diabetes and obesity. Upon consulting with Dr. Bhandari, her integrative medicine approach led to quickly subsiding cancer growth.
Read MoreAdults who drank at least 1 sugary beverage daily have a 98% higher chance of developing diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease and its associated major complications.
Read MoreOur modern Western diet, rich in calories and lacking nutrients, is the main driver of one out of three Americans having diabetes. Within ten years this number will jump to every other person if we don’t address the root cause. Learn how to decrease your chance of developing diabetes and suffering major complications associated with this terrible disease.
Read MoreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Yet, why does nutrition's association with cancer remain a controversial topic to this day? The truth is cancer doesn’t happen overnight. It is a long-term process that likely involves what we are putting into our mouth.
Read MoreThough the gut is one of the most important parts of the human body, it's something that people typically do not think about until they begin exhibiting symptoms. A common condition called leaky gut can occur because of the foods that people eat. Leaky gut can lead to autoimmune diseases.
Read MoreNew Study Compares Air Pollution to “Smoking a Pack of Cigarettes per Day.” The truth is ground-level ozone is killing us, and as the planet gets warmer, we're going to see a rise in cardiovascular events, especially in highly polluted areas. Learn more about air pollution in cities and what you can do to protect yourself.
Read MoreWhat we put in our mouth and how we care for our teeth and gums is directly related to our overall health. After all, when it comes to the human body, everything is connected.
Read MoreAyurveda is an ancient medicine originally from India which studies life and how to use natural remedies to treat illness. It believes that the body is able to naturally repair itself if given the right support. People all around the world have adopted Ayurveda to relieve the symptoms of various types of medical conditions, and stay healthy and vibrant.
Read MoreNutrition misinformation is a common form of health fraud in the United States. Owing to a variety of factors, there is a prevalence of nutritional misinformation among the general population. Learn the truth.
Read MoreIf you don't watch what you eat, it can be easy to accumulate high cholesterol. There are a lot of myths about cholesterol that integrative medicine physician Dr. Payal Bhandari wants to clear up so that more people can take a proactive approach to their health.
Read MoreOur cardiovascular system is an intricate network of blood vessels that continuously delivers nutrient-rich blood to and from the heart. This system is one of the core structures of human physiology, essential for optimal functioning. This homeostasis is often interrupted by unhealthy dietary and lifestyle choices, acute and chronic stress, and hereditary causes. Cardiovascular diseases is the #1 cause of death in the U.S. and many other first-world countries for men and women.
Read MoreMen are dying at faster and earlier rates than women from many preventable diseases. It is essential to develop a more health-conscious attitude around how integrative health can help you avoid suffering from many silent killers which do not show up until decades later.
Read More1 out every 3rd American will have diabetes in their lifetime. There are many things you can do to prevent and treat diabetes and avoid many of the major complications associated with this deadly disease.
Read MoreEvery 3rd American has prediabetes (also referred to as early diabetes or metabolic syndrome) where most live with it for many years without realizing it is causing havoc inside their bodies. Treatment is typically initiated once the disease has progressed to moderate to severe stages.
Read MoreCholesterol has worn a badge of shame for many decades. New studies indicate that what we believe about fat and cholesterol isn’t accurate. Learn the truth about cholesterol.
Read MoreBeing kind is equal to being healthy. Learn how this works.
Read MoreHigh blood pressure affects 75 million people in the U.S. alone. That is a third of adults over the age of 20. More people are dying from hypertension-related diseases than from the next three deadliest diseases combined. It is predicted that 1.56 billion people will be affected worldwide by hypertension by 2025 if we do not start addressing the root cause of this preventable disease.
Read MoreIt’s normal for our sexual desire to fluctuate but not OK when it is persistent and interferes with our relationships. Learn some simple tips on how to jumpstart your libido.
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