Thriving in Health and Life Blog

Our understanding of Covid-19 and recommendations are rapidly evolving. We are learning more about the manifestations of the illness caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus. We are also provided with greater access to testing, although not all tests are created equal. WHAT DO...

We are facing multiple challenges during these unprecedented times. We are dealing with a virus that has a powerful ability to spread (more on this below) with a rate of mortality estimated to be 10x greater than that of the flu virus. Information about Covid-19...

As everyone is working together (but at a distance) to reduce the spread of Covid-19, I want to remind you of the importance of taking care of your immune system. Physical distancing and washing your hands are important, but let’s not forget that a strong immune...

In the midst of coronavirus spread, let’s talk about HAND HYGIENE:Proper hand hygiene:- wash your hands with soap and water- don’t forget to wash the top of your hands- wash between your fingers- wash under your nails Remember to scrub your hands with soap for at...

Good morning,I’ve been getting a lot of questions about Covid-19 (Coronavirus disease 2019). Here is what you need to know.Note that this article was completed on March 7, 2020. This overview is based on the current understanding of Covid-19 and advice from multiple...

February is AMERICAN HEART MONTH! According to the CDC, heart disease is the #1 cause of death of US adults.Before we end this month, I want to share a few key guidelines with you about maintaining heart health: Eat a plant-rich diet. There are a number of...

As seen on WebFMD. I’m happy to share an article I recently contributed to webFMD (think a WebMD for functional medicine) on how stress affects our digestion and gut bacteria, and what we can do about it. So, how does stress affect our digestion? We now have enough...

January is Thyroid Awareness Month! Thyroid health is crucial for optimal health and an underactive thyroid gland can cause a number of symptoms including fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, constipation, brain fog and depression. In honor of this incredible,...

While many of us like to make New Year’s resolutions, I’m a big believer in gradual, continuous optimization of our habits and lifestyle that lead us to our highest state of being. In this state, we are more resilient, we are more likely to thrive in life, work,...