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By Edison de Mello, MD, PhD A critical step in DNA to repair cellular aging, NAD, short for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, is a coenzyme found in every cell within the body and is involved in many processes. Studies have shown NAD slows the aging process, improves mental clarity, restores neurologic function, and improves the body’s overall health. This coenzyme is naturally found in every cell in the...

by Gina Galvez We’re all looking to improve mental clarity. It is an important aspect of living a successful and happy life as it helps us to solve problems better and reduce confusion. I will share with you small, sustainable lifestyle changes (that I recommend to my patients), for increasing mental clarity and improving overall cognitive function. Whether you're a student, want to become more productive at work,...

By Edison de Mello, MD, PhD Yes, we have 3 Brains! The first one is the HEAD, then the HEART, followed by the GUT brain. These 3 brains are interconnected through an extensive network of neurons, each with particular roles. Resembling a highway of information, these brains, when balanced, provide stability, grounding and the intuition (gut feelings) necessary for ultimate health.  Containing about 100 million neurons, the...

Women often wear many hats including taking care of the health of everyone who lives under their roof.  In this feat of daily multitasking, sometimes women prioritize their loved ones’ health over their own.  I would like to impart some tips on how women can support their health.  One way to show yourself self-love and respect is to make the effort to prepare healthy...

By Maggie Ney, ND Racism is finally being recognized as a public health emergency. Racism has a direct impact on public health. We know that racism affects mental health, causes psychological distress, increases stress levels, increases anger and feelings of rage, exacerbates chronic diseases, increases inflammation, increases  maternal and infant mortality rates, and reduces overall health outcomes and life expectancy.  We know that 7.6 percent...

by Gina Galvez, MS, PA-C Many people find it challenging to “meditate” on their own. Our minds are pumping thoughts out all day, making meditation difficult to concentrate on. Perhaps indigestion or knee pain  interfere with your ability to meditate. This is where mindfulness can be of great use. When you  take a moment out of your day to focus on what hurts and...

Misplacing little items lately? It’s no wonder since everything from Stress and Menopause to fatigue can lead to forgetfulness! The good news: These simple tricks can keep your short-term memory as sharp as ever.    CINNAMON One of the many studies available on the benefits of cinnamon (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3030596/) suggested that cinnamon might help prevent the build-up of plaques in the brain responsible for memory...

By Gina Galvez, MS, PA-C Do you have a new year’s resolution? Are you tired of being in pain all the time? Chronic pain can be debilitating, causing many people to have anxiety and depression.  Pain can affect your ability to think clearly and function well at work or school, not to forget that it also affects your ability to have fun and enjoy...

It's that time of year again – the-after-the holidays time when some of us ask ourselves: "What was I thinking? Why did it eat that much, drink that much, party that much? The holidays are one of these times when we flood our system with fatty, sugary foods that can lead to digestive issues, low immune function, and plenty of weight gain. In fact,...

Talk about setting yourself up for failure. Trying to make a decision about a behavioral change that you will stick with for 12 straight months is nonsense. What research shows is that it takes 3 weeks to form a new habit. So, this year, I encourage you to make separate monthly intentions starting with January 2019. Try it on, feel it out, see if...

The following is our family’s favorite Apple Crisps recipe that is a bit healthier than other Apple Crisps recipes. It is sweetened with maple syrup and apples. It is so flavorful and not too sweet – the whole family loves it! I’ve made it for school functions (leaving out the nuts) and I am always asked  for the recipe. We adapted it from Cynthia...

The aroma of gingerbread or pumpkin pie wafting from a warm oven evokes a sense of cozy wintertime wellbeing, and it turns out there is good reason why.  These holiday spices have health benefits beyond their delicious taste.   Cinnamon Cinnamon comes from the bark of a tropical tree. Two powerful antioxidants are found in cinnamon, cinnamaldehyde and epicatechin. The antioxidant cinnamaldehyde is what...