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You might have heard of the gut microbiome – the network of microbes in your gut that control your digestive health. But did you know that you have a second microbiome located on your skin? These microorganisms support various skin functions and communicate with the digestive system. As the gut acts as the control tower, […]
So I’ve got exciting news: I’ve decided to start making YouTube videos! Funnily enough, it was something my husband suggested. In recent months I’ve become hooked on YouTube videos for all kinds of things (makeup tutorials, travel vlogs, cooking shows…) and my husband noticed this, of course, and one day he said: you’ve got info […]
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It was the first day of my clerkship—the 3rd year of medical school when you rotate through different hospital placements—and my first rotation was in pediatrics. I showed up bright and early, wearing my brand new white lab coat, the pockets stuffed with handbooks, cheat sheets, and a variety of medical instruments, trying to look […]
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Angela was desperate to lose weight. Over the past six months she’d noticed her weight going up but couldn’t figure out why. As far as Angela could tell, she was eating the same things she always had. Her activity level hadn’t changed. So she came to see me, her family doctor, asking to get her […]
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Are the bags under your eyes bigger than the purse you carry? Are your dark circles heading into Rocky Horror Picture Show territory? The tissues around our eyes are a highly responsive area of our faces–all our woes, illnesses, and sins show up there. On YMC I posted a two-part series recently, on a very pesky health/beauty problem: under-eye bags, […]
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The people of Greece have figured a lot of things out when it comes to knowing how to live a happy, healthy life. It makes sense–Greece is the birthplace of Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine. Have you ever been to Greece? My husband and I went many years ago, in the BC years (Before Children, of course). […]
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It’s rare for me to meet a parent who is unfamiliar with bedtime battles. This age-old struggle is crazy making, to be sure. I have known a lot of trying situations in my life, but very little compares to the relentless frustration of trying to wrestle my toddler into bed, night after night. Can you relate? […]
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I’m preparing a workshop called Stress Detox that I’m giving next week, so I’ve been thinking about stress a lot lately. It’s a topic I’ve written about many times in the past…but looking back on my old posts, I think I’ve neglected to give an overall view of my approach to stress management. In the past few […]
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Feeling “tired all the time” is a modern-day plague. It’s rare that I meet someone who doesn’t describe this feeling. Seriously. So what’s up with that? Well, I have some thoughts. And on my Yummy Mummy Club blog I’ve broken down 10 über-common reasons for that feeling of fatigue. You can read all about them, here, and […]
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Now I hope this doesn’t cause anyone to lose sleep…but a recent study has shown that people with high blood pressure who also suffer insomnia are much more likely to have resistant high blood pressure (meaning, the kind we just can’t control with medication). Which, to me, adds to the growing body of research that demonstrates the […]
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You might have heard of the gut microbiome – the network of microbes in your gut that control your digestive health. But did you know that you have a second microbiome located on your skin? These microorganisms support various skin functions and communicate with the digestive system. As the gut acts as the control tower, […]
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Belly fat is easy to gain but incredibly difficult to lose. In fact, often, it can feel almost impossible. If you’ve been struggling to shed those stubborn inches around the midsection, I’m here to tell you it IS possible. But don’t worry; I’m not about to give you general, unhelpful advice you’ve heard 100 times […]
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If you want to truly uplevel your life, you’ll need to do more than drink lots of water and go to bed earlier. While you should definitely introduce these habits, personal transformation comes through making mindset shifts and psychological behavioral changes. And that’s what I’m talking about this week. I’m sharing five game-changing habits that […]
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Despite some marketing claims, there is NO magic pill for weight loss. But… Some supplements have scientific evidence suggesting they could support your weight loss journey. It’s important to note that the research studies on these supplements show they can have weight loss benefits when used IN CONJUNCTION with a healthy diet and regular exercise. […]
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Are you frequently dealing with digestive issues like bloat, discomfort, or IBS? Or do you always feel sluggish after meals and want to know how to create a healthier gut? The good news is that many gut-related issues can be managed through your diet. There is much information online about which foods can aggravate our […]
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Is the condition of your skin becoming increasingly worse, and you’re unsure why? While there are many causes of bad skin, it is often due to skincare mistakes we unknowingly make. Finding a skincare routine that keeps your skin fresh, clear, and youthful is an ongoing journey of trial and error. So, in this week’s […]
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