• New Year, Better Memory - Keep your short-term memory sharp as a tack!

    New Year, Better Memory - Keep your short-term memory sharp as a tack!

    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...
  • Fatigue, Stress, and Hair Loss??

    Fatigue, Stress, and Hair Loss??

    In the fast-paced world we live in, it's no wonder that stress, fatigue, and hair loss have become common companions in our daily lives. Amidst the chaos, our adrenal glands bear the brunt of modern life's demands, leaving us feeling depleted and imbalanced. However, there's a powerful formula that can support your adrenal functions and help you regain control of your well-being. Unlocking the...
  • The Power of Gratitude

    The Power of Gratitude

    The one consistent tool my patients and friends have shared with me, that has helped them through the toughest of times, is the practice of gratitude. Gratitude, the act of recognizing the wonderful in your life, while honoring the negatives, has shown in numerous studies to have many benefits to emotional, mental, and physical health. If we could bottle up all the benefits and...
  • Intermittent Fasting in the Treatment of Breast Cancer

    Intermittent Fasting in the Treatment of Breast Cancer

    Why are Traditional Oncologists Suddenly More interested in Intermittent Fasting in the Treatment of Breast Cancer? by Edison de Mello, MD, PhD Research has shown that breast cancer is one of at least 13 cancers sensitive to obesity and fat composition. Since fatty tissue promotes breast cancer's development and growth, weight-loss strategies, such as intermittent fasting or IF, can help lower fat and promote a...
  • EASY Ways to Increase Energy Levels and School Performance

    EASY Ways to Increase Energy Levels and School Performance

    Understanding how to increase energy and improve performance is essential not just for professional athletes but also for anyone with busy lives who want to increase the needed stamina for peak performance. Whether you run a busy household or a successful business, you likely wish you had more physical energy and mental clarity. Research has shown that mastering strategies to reach peak performance physically,...
  • Berberine: from Ancient Roots to TikTok Fame

    Berberine: from Ancient Roots to TikTok Fame

    Berberine, a compound with ancient roots in traditional Chinese medicine, is gaining modern-day fame.  Berberine is a potent bioactive substance hailing from a diverse range of plants, is a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine. Years of dedicated research have unveiled a plethora of potential health benefits that berberine offers, establishing it as a promising natural health booster. In the context of traditional Chinese medicine, obesity—a global...
  • Do Greens Powder Actually Work?

    Do Greens Powder Actually Work?

    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...
  • What supplements are best for mental health?

    What supplements are best for mental health?

    Mental health is a complex issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. While therapy and medication are often used to treat mental health issues, many people are turning to natural supplements as an add-on complementary option to help maximize the benefits of the medication that they are taking.  If you're struggling with mental health issues or simply want to support...
  • Getting Rid of INFLAMMATION = No Pain!

    Getting Rid of INFLAMMATION = No Pain!

    By Edison de Mello, MD, PhD I am often curious about the root origin of words. Do they actually describe what we are trying to convey? Or is the word basically empty of meaning without the formation of a mental image in our minds as we say it? For me, inflammation is a perfect example of how a word accurately describes what it means: creating...
  • The Power of NAD

    The Power of NAD

    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 in the body and is involved in several diverse metabolic processes. Studies have shown NAD slows the aging process, improves mental clarity, restores neurologic function, and improves the body’s overall health. This natural coenzyme is crucial in maintaining DNA integrity and reversing cellular...
  • The best supplements to take as a woman

    The best supplements to take as a woman

    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...
  • Fibroids: Why They Occur More in Black Women

    Fibroids: Why They Occur More in Black Women

    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...
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