Autoimmune diseases are growing in number throughout the United States and the world. The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences estimates that over 23 million people in the United States have autoimmune diseases and more alarming is that autoimmune diseases are a leading cause of death among young and middle-aged women. More than 80 autoimmune […]
NOV
2017
A Piece of Chocolate Cake with a Side of Privilege? In my little social media world, there’s been a flurry of articles and discussion about self-care. This article was shared by three different friends in the same hour, so I figured I’d better read it! The gist of it is that self-care isn’t meant to […]
AUG
2017
With the beginning of the school year and routines falling into place, I get that old back-to-school excitement and at the same time, a little anxiety sets in amid the hectic rush of school and work and homework and sports and lunches. Especially this year! Thanks to two surgeries in the beginning of 2017, come […]
JUN
2016
Summer is upon us and as the days lengthen and warm up, I’m seeing an increase in well-being and energy in my patients. Summer is a time for playing outside, camping and barbecuing, relaxing with good books and staying up late. It may come as a surprise to you that it’s also a good time […]
MAR
2016
It’s been so much fun to prepare for the 2016 Spring Renewal and Body Rejuvenation Cleanse and watch the group come together! I’ve lived a lot of places and have formed deep bonds in the most wonderful communities. A small circle of cherished friends and patients from all over have decided NOW is the time […]
OCT
2014
I was on a walk with a friend the other day and she asked me whether I moisturize my body. “Yes,” I could safely reply. Maybe some days I don’t take the time, but I usually give a quick slather at least to my elbows and legs. “How about your belly?” she asked. “And your […]