By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
October 21, 2019
I enjoy eating salmon in its smoked form – called nova.
A hot toasty bagel topped with cream cheese and nova… Then a thick slice of onion and a beautiful sliver of tomato…
I just crunch into it… There’s nothing better!
You see, salmon is often celebrated as a healthy source of Omega 3 fats. But, there’s some reason to be wary of the fish you buy at your local grocer’s counter.
It might be a bit “freaky…” Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
October 16, 2019
For most people, house cleaning means you’ll sort out your closets, dust under the furniture, and clear out the attic.
But how often do you clear out another important room… your kitchen?
More specifically, how often do you peer into your pantry shelves to rid yourself of items you won’t (or shouldn’t) eat?
I know. No one wants to waste perfectly good food. But, there’s no reason why you can’t donate to a local food bank.
And, if food isn’t healthy… well, it’s time to get rid of it. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
September 4, 2019
If I’m being honest, the safest water on the planet is probably found high in the Himalayan mountains — where glaciers are slowly melting away.
This water is crisp, clean, and untainted by any human chemicals.
But any natural water source slowly flows downhill and picks up toxins along the way.
Now, Americans have the choice of either drinking publicly supplied water or paying high prices for bottled water. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
August 14, 2019
“Sweet dreams are made of this… Who am I to disagree?”
I love listening to this song by the Eurythmics when I’m walking on a treadmill. With the speed set at 3.5 miles per hour, I find it’s the perfect tune to give a bounce to my step and a boost to my brain.
I literally put it on repeat – and it keeps me going much longer than I normally could go. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
July 22, 2019
Despite popular belief among my patients and readers, I don’t have anything against red meat… as long as it is grass-fed and only takes up a small portion of your diet.
It’s never too late to take me up on this advice. And some day you may even thank me for it.
You see, higher red meat intake increases your risk of death from most of the health threats you are trying to avoid during your lifetime… like cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes.
Let me explain… Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
July 17, 2019
Most physicians don’t have much training in oral health. They don’t have a lot of interest in it, either. After all, there are dentists, periodontists and endodontists to take care of those concerns.
But as a certified functional medicine physician, I have a great deal of interest in what is going on in your mouth. And for good reason…
I notice that patients with gum conditions and dental problems are more likely to experience more serious health concerns than people who have good oral health. And there is a reason for this.
As it turns out, all of those nasty, gum-destroying bacteria (P. gingivalis and others) don’t just stay in your mouth. They also escape into your bloodstream. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
July 12, 2019
In the July 8, 2019 issue of Advanced Natural Wellness, you learned how switching to a modified Mediterranean style diet can help slash belly fat, liver fatty, fat around the heart … and potentially even reverse diabetes.
But there are many pitfalls that can occur when you try to “Americanize” this way of eating.
Believe me. I see it all the time when patients first start trying to adapt to a modified Mediterranean diet. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
July 3, 2019
With the arrival of the 4th of July, grilling season is just beginning in many parts of the country. (Down here in South Florida, it never ends!)
I’ve enjoyed grilled steaks, ribs and chicken. They are even better when eaten outdoors surrounded by friends, family and neighbors.
But they come with a problem.
While grilling adds a rustic smoke flavor to meats, it can also change their chemical composition. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
June 28, 2019
I’ve noticed an odd thing over the years.
When it comes to choosing something to drink besides water, a lot of folks have no idea what constitutes a healthy beverage.
For example, in my practice I’ve noticed that most “healthy” choices made by my patients include milk, juice and diet soda.
Cow’s milk is not intended for humans. And while the American dairy industry markets milk as a way to build strong bones, the truth is that people who drink milk regularly are more likely to experience fractures. Higher milk intake is associated with cardiovascular disease, cancer, early death and higher levels of inflammation. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
June 26, 2019
Corporate greed is messing with your food supply again.
Several weeks ago the first genetically altered salmon eggs arrived in the U.S. They were delivered to AquaBounty’s growing facility in Albany, Indiana where the first genetically engineered salmon in America will be raised.
What’s their big claim to fame?
These GMO salmon grow to full size in half the time it takes for conventional salmon. (This means the first frankenfish harvest could be ready for your dinner plate by the end of 2020.) Continue reading