lifestyle medicine

As we get older, the nerves that control our muscles naturally begin to slow down, which is a process called denervation. This happens to everyone, but it’s much more noticeable if you spend most of your day sitting. The result? Slower reflexes, weaker muscles, and...

Most of us remember chlorophyll from middle school science: the vivid green pigment that helps plants soak up sunlight and turn it into energy. But beyond making leaves green, chlorophyll may have benefits for our own health, too. While research is still developing, early studies...

I love the long days of the summer months, from spending time out in my garden to early morning backyard tai chi or yoga. But as the days grow shorter and the sunlight fades earlier, our natural source of vitamin D also dwindles. During long,...

If you’ve noticed “high-protein” stamped on everything from snack bars to pretzels, you’re not imagining it. Protein has become the superstar of the grocery aisle. But does more protein always mean a healthier choice, or is it just better marketing? Unlike fat and carbs, which have...

Image Credit: LinesToConnect Hello Reader, Have you ever felt like you were circling the same mountain again and again—working hard, giving so much, but not actually moving forward? Is every week's To Do List starting to feel the same? That’s the quiet exhaustion of being...

One of my clients came to me in her early 60s after years of struggling with Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, and exhaustion. She had spent decades in a high-stress career that left little time for herself. Exercise felt impossible, meals were whatever she could...

Finding time for fitness in the middle of a busy life can feel impossible. Between work deadlines, family responsibilities, and the never-ending to-do list, carving out an hour for the gym doesn’t always happen. But here’s some good news: you don’t need complicated workouts to...