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Paleo pitfalls
OK, so you’re going to take the plunge. Captivated by articles extolling the benefits of the Paleo Diet—or perhaps inspired by my accounts of my test-drive of the Whole30—you’re going to give Paleo a whirl. You’re likely to…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Paleo Diet
Leyla Weighs In: Size matters!
Indeed, portion size, that is. Did you know a New York bagel was about the size of a hockey puck back in the 1970s? Today, it’s equivalent to four or five slices of bread. And if you hollow…read more
Categories:Nutrition and Weight Obesity
High fructose corn syrup and the brain
Excessive alcohol use can cause fat accumulation in the liver. Ultimately, This accumulation of fat may lead to liver failure that may actually prove fatal. But it turns out, that there is another form of fat accumulation in…read more
Categories:Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Problems Diabetes Inflammation Liver disease Metabolic Syndrome
Could resilience be a key to good health?
There’s a lot of buzz lately about resilience. The dictionary defines it as “the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.” It may be one of the most important factors that influences our health and longevity. We all…read more
Categories:Mental and Emotional Health Supplements
17 nutraceuticals that can boost your immune response
With the cold and flu season peaking, I thought it might be a good time to review natural ways of supporting our immune systems. (Listen to my recent Clinical Focus podcast on the subject of Immune Support, as well…read more
Categories:Colds and Respiratory Infections Flu Immunity Supplements
Ask Leyla: How can I get through the “ketosis flu”?
Q: I’m on a very low carb diet and my question relates to my feeling of weakness and lethargy recently. I’ve read about the “Atkins Flu” or “Ketosis Flu.” Is this what I’m experiencing? What can I do to…read more
Categories:General Nutrition
Is the Whole30 diet right for you? (part two)
I’ve just completed 1 and 1/2 cycles of the Whole30 Diet, and finally I’ll share my personal impressions with you. I’ve already written extensively about the diet here and here. You can also listen to a podcast where I…read more
Categories:General Nutrition Nutrition and Weight
Leyla Weighs In: Stop punishing yourself with “all or nothing” thinking
As humans, when it comes to changing a behavior—an attempt at self-improvement, or establishing a healthy habit, we often start off all gung ho with an “all or nothing” attitude. “This is it! I will achieve ____ (fill…read more
Categories:Exercise Nutrition and Weight
Obese people need more vitamin E
A recent study suggests that obese people with metabolic syndrome face an unexpected quandary when it comes to vitamin E. They need more than normal levels of the vitamin because their weight and other problems are causing increased…read more
Categories:Metabolic Syndrome Nutrition and Weight Obesity
Is the Whole30 diet right for you? (part one)
I’ve now completed my thirty-day test-drive of the Whole30 Diet and I want to share my impressions with you. Many of you have been following my journey on Facebook as I post photos of the meals I’ve been…read more
Categories:Digestive Health Nutrition and Weight Paleo Diet
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Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
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Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
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Q: My mother is otherwise healthy, takes no medications and walks daily for exercise, but she…
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More mask misdirection (and some possible clarity): I’m finally getting a handle on this mask…
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We are living in unprecedented and unpredictable times. It seems every day brings new recommendations…
Leyla Weighs In: Increase Your pH Levels to Fight Against Viruses?
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