The MOST Important System to Nurture for Your Health

The MOST Important System to Nurture for Your Health

Every morning I wake up, and it’s another day. A single mom of two busy boys, a busy integrative health practice, spreading this work to other health professionals, and watching my father decline cognitively, there are many mornings I would prefer to continue to...
The Things That Break My Heart

The Things That Break My Heart

‘Your heart needs to be broken—and broken open—at least once to discover what your heart means and to have a heart for others.’ -Richard Rohr My heart breaks…with each new person I speak to on the phone, sharing life stories of trauma, illness and...
Changing the Trajectory of Your Health – A Patient’s Story

Changing the Trajectory of Your Health – A Patient’s Story

It had been a few weeks since I had seen my patient. She had a smile on her face. Her hair was shiny and bright. Her skin was more firm with better coloring. She’s lost some weight. Her voice is stronger. She was lighter and brighter overall. I told how great she...
The Art and Science of Being Human-When We Over Indulge

The Art and Science of Being Human-When We Over Indulge

It happens to the best of us…and it is important to do from time to time! I have personally been working on a program in which I cycle in and out of ketosis (when our bodies burn fat instead of glucose as fuel, I’ll share more later) using various fasting...
Pain is a Message

Pain is a Message

When’s the last time you felt good? This is a question I often ask new patients—especially those dealing with multiple health complaints and chronic symptoms. Then, I follow up: Can you remember what life was like for you at that time?How were you eating? What...