PCOS and liver detox
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) turned out to be most common cause of infertility that affects millions of women between 18 to 44 years old. Significantly, there are myriads of symptoms that patients have to manage. It is the syndrome that has no cure. Nor, we know...
Don’t Take Fish oil Unless Your Ancestors Are From Greenland
After my morning coffee, that last thing I want to do is gag down the massive fish oil capsule I’ve been told to diligently take to ward off cancer, heart disease and dry skin. Nutrigenetics (nutrition and fitness-related genetic testing) is challenging the...
Is Margarine Better Than Butter?
Years ago, butter was considered a no-no. Vegetable-oil-based margarine surged in popularity as doctors began to understand the dangers of saturated fat. But the butter-versus-margarine choice turned out be more complicated. Each choice has its pros and cons.
Now Playing: The Gamification of Fitness
One thing we are seeing more of these days is the gamification of fitness. From brand new competitive cycling classes, such as The Pursuit by Equinox to running apps like Fleety or RunKeeper, gamifying your workouts adds a whole new level of motivation that is just the extra push many are looking for. Games can make fitness fun by providing a story to immerse ourselves in and the recognition and rewards we need to keep us going.
Food Addiction – Is it the Cause of Our Obesity Epidemic?
Obesity has risen at an epidemic rate over the past 20 years so that now, two-thirds of adults in the United States are overweight, and 30 percent are obese. Overweight and obese adults have a higher mortality rate. They are at risk for other chronic conditions such as diabetes and certain cancers, including cancers of the breast, colon, kidney and esophagus. An estimated 400,000 adult deaths each year in the U.S. are associated with obesity. Many scientists are now beginning to think that food addiction–triggered by consumption of foods high in fat, sugar and salt–may be the cause.