Why Going Gluten-Free Doesn’t Always Help
As seen in the Cupertino Courier >> Food sensitivities, especially to gluten, are some of the most common nutritional challenges I see in my Cupertino practice. For many, going gluten-free is...
View ArticleDuration Of Gluten Exposure Is Key Factor In Developing Other Autoimmune...
Duration of gluten exposure is key factor in developing other autoimmune diseases The longer sensitive individuals eat gluten, the more likely they are to develop other autoimmune diseases A landmark...
View ArticleHealth Benefits Of Pasture-Raised Meat And Eggs
You Are the Meat You Eat Pasture-raised or grass-fed livestock and wild caught fish are rapidly gaining popularity at the supermarket. Aside from their superior flavor and more ethical treatment of...
View ArticleTaking The Guess Work Out Of Grass-Raised Beef, Free-Range Chicken And More
As of 2012, the US Department of Agriculture has yet to release guidelines for certified grass-fed labels on meat products and poultry. Navigating this world is complex and labels can be misleading....
View ArticleUnderstanding Gluten & The Effects Of Grain Based Diets
Part I: A Brief Lesson in History In my practice, I take a close look at my patients dietary habits and get to see first hand the ill effects that certain foods and substances can have on the body....
View ArticleUnderstanding Gluten & The Effects Of Grain Based Diets – Part II
In the last 100 years, we have seen dramatic increases in chronic inflammatory conditions, as well as degenerative diseases, and there seems to be no end in sight. Contemporary life – with its...
View ArticleCould Leaky Gut Be A Factor In Your Autoimmune Disease?
In today’s functional medicine practice, practitioners like myself are confronted with a myriad of chronic inflammatory conditions and autoimmune diseases. Functional medicine is often referred to as...
View ArticlePaleo Diet Not Working? Exploring Sulfur Intolerance As A Possible Connection
In recent years, the Paleo Diet has received considerable attention as a means for improving overall health. The anecdotal evidence for patient improvement on a Paleo, or the more restrictive...
View ArticleDecoding RA – Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis
If you have been suffering from chronic joint pain and/or have recently been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), then this blog series will shed some light on the disease and what you can do...
View ArticleDecoding RA – Shedding Light On The Hidden Causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
I have found one of the biggest frustrations with RA patients is that traditional treatment approaches seem palliative at best. Many seek answers beyond medication regimens on what they can do to...
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