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  • The Future of Grocery Shopping
    Last month while visiting Rochester I popped into the local market my parents have shopped at my entire life. Only having purchased 3 items, but realizing I’d forgotten my re-usable shopping bag, I opted to go bag-less....
    by at February 24th, 2010 at 10:02 am
  • Protect Your Brain
    The mind-body connection comes up more often as science explores the dynamics of neuro-synthesis and I’ve noticed a shift–it seems like it’s not just about valuing longevity anymore but valuing quality of everyday...
    by at February 16th, 2010 at 08:02 am
  • Top Tips for Natural Pregnancy
    Alternative medicine specialist Jen Aliano of Natural Baby Pros has all the answers when it comes to bringing a little bundle of joy into the world. While pregnant with her first child, she hunted for natural fertility and...
    by at February 4th, 2010 at 10:02 am
  • Vegetable Puttanesca Recipe
    Puttanesca is a traditional spicy Italian sauce that’s perfect for cold weather. You might be surprised to see the large quantities of garlic, pepper, and oregano it calls for but don’t be shy! This meal is packed...
    by at January 14th, 2010 at 09:01 am
  • Taking Your Vitamins 101
    One of my patients used to joke that the only thing nutritional supplements offered him was really expensive pee. But a well designed nutraceutical program will compliment and enhance a balanced diet if you follow these simple...
    by at January 4th, 2010 at 05:01 am
  • Top Tips to Prevent Diabetes
    This month here in the US marks National Diabetes Awareness month. So can you guess what eating a lot of green veggies, exercising regularly, choosing not to smoke, and getting 8 hours of sleep per night all have in common?...
    by at November 24th, 2009 at 08:11 am
  • What’s Your Moo Quotient?
    WellWire went interactive to test your MooQuotient on Twitter and asked some controversial questions about how livestock is raised and farmed. In a nutshell we asked, do you know where that steak was before it landed on your...
    by at November 19th, 2009 at 08:11 am
  • Treating Kids This Flu Season
    Concerned parents have been calling my office asking for advice on how to best treat their feverish, sniffling tots. Knowing what to look for will help you decide if home remedies are appropriate or if a visit to the doctor...
    by at November 11th, 2009 at 06:11 am
  • Your Guide to Eco-Friendly Cleaning
    I make my own cleaning products here in sunny San Diego. Why? I live just a few blocks from the ocean and I often see my die-hard surfer friends in the water, rain or shine. After each rainfall they tend to get sick because...
    by at October 27th, 2009 at 05:10 am