“Self-love is the only permanent weight-loss ingredient available to mankind.” I think I heard Jenny Craig say this about 20 years ago . . . but I had no idea what she wa...read full story
Cravings for salty and/or sugary foods—which are usually high in fat, too—can be extremely powerful, especially once your taste buds get a sampling. The last ...read full story
Your genes are crucial when it comes to your health, your weight, and the best diet for you. We are entering the age of nutrigenomics, where genetic tests can predict you...read full story
There are two basic filters through which to view all things: the filter of the body, and the filter of the spirit. To the extent that you view your life only through the...read full story
Devote at least 15 minutes each day to yourself. I consider this an essential part of an adrenal-friendly eating plan for two reasons. First, as we’ve seen, chronic stres...read full story
Let me say one thing, right from the start: I’d love nothing more than to put myself out of business. On most days, I can be found in a chilly, dimly lit operating ...read full story
Think of the number of people you know who are either on a diet, or constantly declaring their desire to embark upon one. When does this begin to straddle the chasm betwe...read full story
“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” -Mahatma Gandhi Growing up in a poor Mexican-American family, I experienced firsthand the ignorant...read full story
The common misconception is that you stop the consumption of wheat and gluten only if a medical professional has diagnosed you with celiac disease. Being gluten intoleran...read full story
I’m going out on a limb here and guessing that you don’t have a lot of extra time to spend at the gym. My clients from all different walks of life tend to hav...read full story