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Dr. Stephen Sinatra
Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D., F.A.C.C., F.A.C.N., C.N.S., C.B.T., was a board-certified cardiologist, certified bioenergetic psychotherapist, and certified nutrition and anti-aging specialist who integrated the best and least invasive alterative and conventional therapies into his practice. He lectured and facilitated workshops worldwide and authored numerous books, articles and peer reviewed medical journal articles. He was often sought for integrative medical advice, and appeared on many national radio and television shows. He is best known for his groundbreaking work in cardiology, Earthing, stress management and using food and supplements to heal the body.
Japanese researchers have found that increasing dietary fiber can help prevent childhood obesity. After analyzing dietary data and questionnaires of 5,600 boys and girls (aged 10-11 years), the researchers reported their findings in the journal Annals of Nutrition and Metabolism: “Total… Continue Reading
I may be old fashioned, but I strongly believe that the effects of technology are harmful to kids. Flickering electronic screens, whether from TV or cell phones or tablets or computers, along with excitable viewing content, is no… Continue Reading
Frequently, after a lecture to seniors, people in the audience approach me to express concerns about young grandchildren with weight problems. Can I give them any advice? Each worries about his or her grandchild becoming another statistic in the… Continue Reading
A Finnish study has found an association between favorable psychosocial factors in youth and cardiovascular health in adulthood. The researchers said their findings were “dose-responsive,” meaning that the more favorable experiences that youngsters have, the better their cardiovascular… Continue Reading
Several studies published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition make a strong case for healthier food choices by moms-to-be and mothers of toddlers. Children naturally prefer sweet and salty tastes and shy away from healthier fare, however, they can be distinctly… Continue Reading
I often encouraged patients who had suffered heart attacks to bring their children with them to my office so that I could utilize the parent’s unfortunate situation as a teaching moment. I wanted to help instill the message… Continue Reading
According to a new survey of thousands of American youngsters, the prevalence of rising blood pressure is accelerating. When they compared numbers from a 1999-2008 survey to an earlier 1988-1994 survey among boys and girls aged 8 to… Continue Reading
In Cell Phone Hazards: Part I, we discussed the safety standards surrounding cell phone radiation and why they are inadequate to protect us against risk of potential adverse health effects. In this article, we provide more detailed information… Continue Reading
While researching “Women and Hypertension“, I also looked into high blood pressure in kids. It seemed like the maternal thing to do—especially for someone like me, with seven grandchildren. What I found was disturbing, but not really surprising given… Continue Reading
By Kerry Crofton, PhD. Does your family life center around electronics? It does for one of my colleagues: Many of these gadgets are in my own wireless-filled home. My husband is almost proud of his ‘crackberry’ habit. I’m… Continue Reading