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Sleep and emotional wellness: The supportive role of amino acids*
By Celine Torres-Moon
Mood disorders abound these days, making them among the most common reasons people seek medical help. Drugs can help sometimes, but many are wary of their side effects. However, there are effective natural therapies to support optimal mood. Learn about…read more
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12 ways to conquer the winter blahs
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
By now many of you—particularly those of you who live in the Midwest and Northeast—may be suffering the effects of a grey, sunless, protracted winter. It’s been unremittingly damp and dreary here in New York City. The wan February light…read more
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Are any of these New Year’s challenges right for you?
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
January is named after Janus, the Roman two-faced god, “the god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, doorways, passages, frames, and endings.” In classic depictions, Janus simultaneously looks backward and forward. In the quiet of winter, it’s a great time to…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: Five tips for staying well during the holiday season
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
It’s important to maintain your self-care regimen, especially this time of year when stress levels tend to run high. Here’s how: 1. Eat right: Sugar, white flour, and factory-made trans fats wreak havoc on the immune and cardiovascular systems. Eliminate them…read more
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Three ways to leverage the power of CBD
By Lex Pelger
My favorite company dispensing hemp-derived products, CV Sciences offers a wide array of formulas to meet consumers’ needs. When it comes to CBD, it’s necessary to individualize. Learn about some of CV Sciences’ innovative options below. —Dr. Ronald Hoffman This…read more
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Leyla Weighs In: Want to eat less? Sleep better!
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Are you snacking much? More than usual? It may have to do with how much sleep you’re getting—or not getting which is more to the point. We know that not meeting sleep recommendations contributes to poorer health and increased risk…read more
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Ask Leyla: Could green tea be causing me adrenal stress?
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I drink about three to five cups of organic green tea every day. I mentioned to my chiropractor that menopause has brought me disrupted sleep and difficulty burning fat and building muscle even though I’m a CrossFitter, do yoga, play…read more
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11 things you need to know about sleep and your health
By Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Earlier this month, I covered some of the strong links between sleep and health—particularly the effects of getting too little sleep. This week, I’m providing some more sleep facts and solutions in support of Sleep Awareness Month. 1) Prescription meds don’t cut…read more
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Ask Leyla: How to get a good night’s sleep
By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN
Q: I am a 78-year-old man in great health. My weight is excellent and I exercise and run on a regular schedule. My problem is waking up after four hours and not being able to fall back to sleep. What causes…read more
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Though we think of declining estrogen as the hallmark of menopause, it's actually common for…
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Up to 12 percent of Americans have ulcers at some point in life. Peptic ulcers…
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Gallbladder disease is a modern illness. An estimated 20 million Americans have gallbladder disease. The…
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These days, you can walk into a doctor’s office and request tests that will highlight…
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Q: I'm trying to include more fresh produce in my diet, but I'm worried about…
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On a recent episode of Intelligent Medicine, I highlighted a study that demonstrated that an…
Leyla Weighs In: Navigating Alcohol Consumption During the Holidays
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