Optimal Wellness Blog

On a scale of 1 to 10, how optimistic do you consider yourself? Do you believe that optimism affects the state of our health? In this video, Dr. Teresa Dean and I discuss the benefits of optimism on our health and overall wellbeing, as well as how one might develop an...

If you’ve had symptoms such as low energy, or weight gain, you have probably read or heard that you should have your thyroid checked. These are some of the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), but are also vague and could represent many...

One of the most common struggles I hear about in my clinical practice are cravings. I am also very familiar with them from first hand experience (Nutella, anyone? Trust me, or just ask my husband :). Cravings, especially those related to sweets, are difficult to...

Dr. Teresa Dean and I are excited to share this video dedicated to men’s health. It is alarming that a large number of men do not get their preventive exams and testing done at recommended intervals. This may result in undiagnosed conditions, and may cause delays and...

The video I'm sharing today is the last one in our dermatology series, and is about eczema. Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition that can result in a rash, redness, dry skin, itchiness and skin thickening. Dr. Katie Beleznay, board certified dermatologist, and I...