
Balancing Convention
Integrative perspectives on a range of health topics.
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In this age of the Internet, information and misinformation abounds. As integrative medicine practitioners, we look at traditional, conventional,…

I’m sure you’ve heard the term detox before, and I’m also sure that many of you have tried some type of detox in the past. There are all kinds of…

What’s your stress level right now? On a scale from 1-10. Are you resting at a comfortable 2, or are the kiddos running around and the dog just…

We know that exercise is good for us, but for some, they’d rather die than exercise. Let’s think about movement instead.

Which came first? Obesity, or sleep problems? The associations between the two are undeniable so no matter which you start with, you are likely…

You’ve heard the old wives tales about chicken soup curing everything and an apple a day keeping the doctor away, but does diet really play that…

Every year as the cold and flu season approaches, panic is peddled, and angst arises - patients frequently ask me whether or not they should get…

With the kids back in school and the winter months fast approaching, it is time to take a look at ways to boost immune health and decrease the…

Free-range, pastured, organic, or natural eggs? The choices are endless! Have you ever stared at the egg section in the grocery store? There…

Summer is a great excuse to step out of your comfort zone and jump into some new workouts, such as swimming, cycling, hiking, volleyball, or…

Coffee is everyone’s favorite breakfast beverage. Most people can’t start the day without their cup of joe. Why not boost the nutritional power…

Physicians, by and large, desire strongly to see their patients heal and become well. Unfortunately, most physicians in the …