Monthly Archives: December 2011

Magnesium Deficiency- Not To Be Mistaken For Normal Signs Of Aging

Some of the most frequent complaints I hear from my patients, especially those older than 50, involves muscle cramps and spasms, notably those leg zingers that make them jump out of bed in the middle of the night; trouble sleeping and daytime stiffness or pain in their muscles. Most of my patients laugh these symptoms … Read More

Wellness Topic: Anti-Aging, Men's Health, Women's Health | Tagged chronic pain, facial tics, magnesium, magnesium deficiency, muscle cramps, muscle soreness, muscle spasms | Comments Off

How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Really Need? The Whole Truth

I have a retired 64 year-old patient, I’ll call him Bob, who tells me that he never sleeps more than 5-6 hours a night and that he’s always up with the sun, full of energy for his active retiree day and never gets that mid-afternoon sleepy slump. He’s doing well, has no major health concerns, … Read More

Wellness Topic: General Health, Sleep | Tagged chronic illness and sleep, hours of sleep, importance of sleep, productivity and sleep, sleep, sleep deprivation, sleep loss, sleep requirements, sleeping tips, stress and sleep | Comments Off

Natural Remedies For Glowing Skin in 40s, 50s, 60s and Beyond

Many of my patients, older than 40, ask me what products to use on their skin to keep it from showing signs of aging. Although there are products I would recommend to keep skin youthful looking, there are plenty of natural remedies and solutions that prevent skin aging from the inside out. Paying attention to … Read More

Wellness Topic: Anti-Aging, Skin Health | Tagged anti-aging, glowing skin, natural remedies, natural skin treatment, skin care, skin health, youthful appearance | Comments Off

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Stress, Heart Health and the Holidays

At this time of year with several big holidays approaching, like many of my patients, you may feel overwhelmed with too much to do and are starting to feel cranky and out of sorts. Along with all the usual responsibilities of jobs, family routines, etc, this season brings the added pressure of financial concerns from … Read More

Wellness Topic: Blood Sugar, General Health, Heart Health, Life Coaching | Tagged heart attack, heart health, holiday eating, holiday pounds, managing stress, prevent weight gain, stress, weight gain | Comments Off

pH Levels Keep Your Bones Healthy

I encourage my 50-and-older patients to get a bone density test every year. As this test tells me if they’re losing or maintaining their bone density and strength. The pelvis and femur bones of the hips and upper thighs are especially significant as we get older because they support our body walking and standing and, … Read More

Wellness Topic: Anti-Aging, Joint & Bone Health | Tagged bone density, bone health, bone loss, bones, pH, pH levels | Comments Off

Effortless Tips To Prevent Holiday Weight Gain

We’re right smack in the middle of holiday-celebration season, and, if you’re like most of my patients, you want to indulge in all the food and merrymaking and not have to worry about weight gain. Well, the holidays are for fun and fantasy, but, we have to be a little realistic when it comes to … Read More

Wellness Topic: General Health, Weight Loss | Tagged gain weight, healthy eating, holiday eating, holiday foods, holiday pounds, lose weight, portion control, prevent weight gain, weight gain, weight loss | Comments Off

Bye Bye Digestive Problems

Some of the most common complaints I get from patients centers around their digestive issues, especially in my over 40 patients. Seems things they used to be able to eat just don’t sit well with them anymore, or they are frequently bothered with constipation, gas, cramps, acid reflux, or bloating. As I tell my patients, … Read More

Wellness Topic: Digestive Health, General Health | Tagged acid reflux, avoid indigestion, digestion, digestive, digestive disorders, digestive health, digestive problems, natural health, upset stomach | Comments Off

Tis’ The Flu Season:Boost Immune System and Prevent the Flu

It’s the holiday season and along with all the merrymaking we also have to be on guard against a bug that can not only put a monkey wrench in all our fun but make us extremely ill. That bug would be influenza. However, there are people who never get the flu, or get it so … Read More