Beyond Resolutions: A Practitioner’s Guide to Achieving Long-Term Health Goals

Infographic titled '4 KEYS TO A HAPPIER, HEALTHIER YOU'. It features four panels: 'Create a Clear Vision' regarding visualizing success; 'Focus on Do, Not Don't' explaining that approach-oriented goals are more successful than avoidance ones; 'Feel Your Feelings Fully' about processing emotions without resistance; and 'Make Connection Your Priority' highlighting relationships as predictors of longevity and health.

Introduction: The Annual Ritual of Failure (and How to Change It)

Every year, as the calendar turns, millions of us engage in a familiar ritual: we set New Year’s resolutions. It’s a hopeful act, but one that is often followed by a quiet retreat as old habits reassert themselves. As a physician focused on integrative health, I see the effects of this cycle of setting and abandoning goals year after year.

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Understanding Methylation and MTHFR: A Simple Guide for Better Health

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Understanding methylation is essential for good health. If you’ve ever struggled with fatigue, mood swings, hormonal imbalances, or unexplained health issues, you might not have heard about methylation and the MTHFR gene. These terms sound complex, but they play a huge role in how your body functions every single day.

Think of methylation as your body’s “biochemical maestro”(Carol)—it helps regulate everything from detoxification to hormone balance, brain chemistry, and even how your genes express themselves. When methylation isn’t working properly, it can lead to a cascade of health problems.

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Insulin and Chronic Disease: Beyond Glucose

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Insulin and chronic disease. Resistance is a term that has gained significant attention in recent years, particularly in discussions about metabolic health, diabetes, and chronic diseases. While it is often associated with type 2 diabetes, its implications extend far beyond blood sugar management. Dr. Ben Bikman, a renowned bioenergetics expert and professor at Brigham Young … Read more

Exercise for Anti-Aging: Embrace Vitality through Daily Movement

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Exercise for anti-aging, if you want to live a long, healthy life, there’s one truth you can’t escape: your body needs to move. Exercise isn’t just about shedding pounds or flexing in the mirror—it’s a scientifically proven weapon against the ravages of aging. From your heart to your brain, regular physical activity can rewind the … Read more

Sweat for Smarts: The Surprising Science of Exercise and Neuroplasticity

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This article looks at exercise and how it impacts neuroplasticity. As we stand on the threshold between the closing of one year and the dawn of another, it’s my pleasure to extend heartfelt wishes to you and your loved ones for a prosperous and fulfilling year ahead. Life is indeed shaped by our choices and … Read more