Researchers are turning up all kinds of exciting revelations these days about the significant benefits of root vegetables. “Rooting” for Your Health In the last few years I have been seeing an increased volume of research on the… Continue Reading
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Exercise for Seniors
More Important than Ever…Even with all the magic that supplements and medication can provide, I have frequently reminded patients over the years about going back to basics in order to attain good health. Exercise is one of the… Continue Reading
Can You Slow Down Aging?
Myth: You can’t slow down aging. Fact: You can definitely stay healthier longer and enjoy a better quality of life. My Recommendation: It’s not rocket science. Make smart lifestyle choices. As a cardiologist and anti–aging specialist, I have… Continue Reading
Treating Gulf War Syndrome with Co Q10
A nutrient vital for heart function, coenzyme Q10 has for years been a mainstay for cardiovascular disease prevention and recovery among integrative cardiologists. Now, recent evidence from a study headed by Beatrice Golomb, M.D., Ph.D. at the University… Continue Reading
HDL Cholesterol is Good for the Heart and the Brain
For years, we’ve understood that having high blood levels of HDL (high density lipoprotein) cholesterol, also known as “good” cholesterol(1), lowers a person’s risk of heart disease. According to a 2010 study, it now appears that high HDL… Continue Reading
7 Everyday Ways to Detoxify
By Drew Sinatra, ND, LAc, MSA. As a naturopathic physician, I like to explain detoxification as a way of life. For our purposes here, detoxification is the process of removing toxins from our bodies. While it is definitely good… Continue Reading
13 Awesome Herbs and Spices
Food is a big part of growing up Italian—both eating it and cooking it. I learned my way around the kitchen from my father and grandfather, who were both amazing cooks. And when I was old enough to… Continue Reading
My Top Healthy Foods
What do buffalo, natto and pomegranate have in common? You could rack your brains for a while on this one….These are just three of the healthiest foods you can eat. Who knew? See, our diets can literally “make… Continue Reading
Sinatra-Smart Smoothie Recipe
Making this drink is a daily ritual for me, and I consider it a solid preventative measure against degenerative illnesses like heart disease, cancer and diabetes. By using a blender, rather than a juicer, I get all the… Continue Reading