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A Second Chance; Year of the Snake
It's just over a month into the New Year. Do you already wish you had a do-over for your New Year's Resolutions? If so, you're in luck. You do....
Which feathery herb improves digestion? A recipe with that herb.
This aromatic herb's main health benefit is helping with digestion by reducing flatulence and bloating. Because it can kill bacteria, viruses,...
Which is a “food of the gods”?
So easy that I've made it several times. So yummy that I'm bringing it to share with my family this weekend. Mushrooms were called "food of the...
Grilled Portobello Burgers
Whether you're a vegetarian or not, these burgers are deeeeelish! I do eat meat, but sometimes I want something that has a meaty feel to it without...
Culture and Food
I was recently interviewed for my take on foods enjoyed by different cultures. I'm half Japanese, half Caucasian. Though my mom is third generation...
“No Time. No Money. Don’t Know How.”
“I’m on holidays, so my usual health routines don’t apply.” All excuses. But it’s not difficult to make the healthier choices. First of all, the...
Waiting to Exhale
Watching the water in anticipation. That's what so many do when they are in Hawaii or any place that you can see whales. Lucky me, I've seen whales...
My Fave Granola
I've modified a recipe I found in Alive Magazine for homemade granola. It's easy to make and great to keep on hand for breakfast or a snack. Granola...
Which Fruit Wears Its Own Little Crown?
Which fruit has a gem named after it? Which fruit is known as the "fruit of the dead" by Greek myths; represents prosperity to the Egyptians; is...
Vancouver Sun Connects to Connect Health
I meant to add this awhile back as this is an article written in the Vancouver Sun about Connect Health. It's one patient's experience with Connect...
Raw versus Cooked
I have recently been asked by a few patients: "What do you think of the raw food diet?" A raw food diet generally consists mostly of vegetables,...
Which herb is named after the word “nail”?
Hint #1: This herb has been used in dentistry. Hint #2: You might find this herb in some over-the-counter sore throat sprays and mouthwashes. Hint...