Better health is within sight of your…. pillow!
Nearly each day, I read another professional study or chapter about the relationship between how we live our lives and chronic illness such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and a variety of autoimmune disease. There is clear and consistent scientific evidence that changes in our day to day behavior—small, realistic changes—improve our health, […]
Small behavioral changes and large health benefits.
Professor Aaron Carroll, MD professor at Indiana University School of Medicine begins by voicing our collective fear of cancer. Then he places hope within reach. “I could never give up ________ (some behavior or consumption),” my clients frequently tell me. “The kind of change I should make is more than I would ever stick with,” […]
In 1998, a doctor published a study. It was completely made up. It continues to jeopardize our health.
In therapy, we often speak about health related decisions we have to make for ourselves, our children or our aging parents. I encourage people to identify benefits and risks, and to consider their biases or blindspots that may undermine the wisest choices. Every once in a while we find that preconceived notions, misunderstandings or completely […]
Seeking a ‘Happy Gut’ for Better Health – The New York Times
In our practice, my colleague Elise Leland, MD specializes in reducing the incidence of chronic illness and the reliance on medication to treat conditions that respond dramatically to behavioral and lifestyle changes. Big pharm is powerfully invested in our use of medication to generate billions of dollars in profit, sometimes providing lifesaving remedies and other […]
To Be Happier, Start Thinking More About Your Death – The New York Times
Some years ago, I asked a close friend and mentor how he felt about the changes accompanying his aging. His response was as enlightening as instructive, and it gave me pause. “It reminds me that life is fleeting and how fortunate I am to be here, to be well and to have the special people […]
5 Secrets to Managing Your Time, Backed by Research | TIME
So little time, so many options…. Source: 5 Secrets to Managing Your Time, Backed by Research | TIME