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Yes, they do.  Although greens powders cannot replace the nutritional benefits you get from consuming fresh whole foods, scientific evidence shows greens powder can be a great way to supplement a healthy diet with a boost of extra vitamins and antioxidants for those too busy to consume a daily recommended number of fresh fruits and vegetables. Or those who simply do not like their...

by Edison de Mello, MD, PhD. & David Laramie, PhD You know that stress is supposed to be bad, but do you know what to do about it? To make this even more complicated, did you know that all stress is not bad - and some types can even be helpful?  You may think any type of stress is bad, but that isn't the...

by Edison de Mello, Md, PhD                    The Integrative medicine approach to care combines the best of two worlds: The technologically rich Traditional Medicine with the wisdom-rich Functional and Complementary therapies to address the root cause of disease and promote wellness. An impressive body of research has shown that integrative medicine can effectively treat both physical and mental health challenges by addressing the mind-body axis. ...

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 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...

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...

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...

Gratitude has been the foundation of my medical practice and lifestyle for as long as I can remember. It gives the fuel to stay focused, judgment-aware - and curious about who this person sitting in front of me with a medical condition may be.   Gratitude is the "oxygen "that allows me to breathe in more positivity when the world around me at times seems...

by Dr. Edison de Mello It Boosts Immunity & It likely minimizes the side effects of chemotherapy, making it more effective. Let's start by describing the difference between calorie restriction (CR) versus intermittent fasting (IF). Calorie restriction involves limiting food consumption, while fasting involves not eating for varying lengths of time. A vast body of research shows that fasting has been used as a...

Knee pain is one of the most common complaints I see in the office, challenging everyday activities such as running, going up and down stairs, or even as simple as getting up and down from a chair. Diagnoses for knee pain vary from patellar tendonitis, to patellofemoral syndrome, to osteoarthritis. In this article, I will discuss knee pain from a purely physical and biomechanical...

The holiday season can be a stressful time between gift shopping, traveling, and cooking to name but a few. High stress levels and out-of-the-ordinary physical activities can be a recipe for injuries, and who wants injuries during the holiday season (or ever)? I would love for each and every one to enjoy a fun, pain-free holiday season filled with an abundance of joy and...

If you have dabbled at all in self-help or new age literature, you have likely come across the idea of an “abundant mindset”.  If you are quick to toss self-help and new age concepts into the woo-woo trash, let me ask you to pause and take a closer look at the wisdom embedded within the abundant mindset.  An Internal Battle Between Abundance (Hope) and...