Category Archives: General Health

Clearing up the Confusion about Functional Medicine

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

September 14, 2020

Years ago, I became seriously ill and ended up in the hospital. Fearing cancer, my doctors did test after test looking for an answer. I even went through several rounds of radiation via injectable dyes and scanners. It was terrible.

Thankfully, I left the hospital before any real harm was done to my body. All of my “treatments” had left me with a serious case of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue – leaving me unable to work and sleeping on the couch 20 hours a day.

One day, my daughter came down the steps and said, “So you’re a victim now? I thought you were the guy, Daddy. Aren’t you smart enough to figure this out?” Continue reading →

Give Your Colonoscopy the 1-2 Punch!

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

September 11, 2020

I remember my first colonoscopy clearly. I laid down on the table to get prepped for the procedure…

Then, I opened my eyes, looked at the IV nurse, and said, “Okay, I’m ready.” She just looked down at me. “Honey, you’re done!”

Wow! That was quick and easy.

Thinking back, it really wasn’t that scary, but I can understand why so many of my patients feel some nerves. Continue reading →

Is Organic Produce Worth the Extra Cost?

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

September 4, 2020

Is it really worth it to spend extra money on organic produce?

It’s a question I get asked all the time. My reply is pretty simple. Yes! In fact, when you consider the long term health risks, buying organic is going to save you thousands of dollars per year.

This might seem like a pretty strange statement since organic foods typically cost 47 percent more.[1] Continue reading →

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore the Fungus Among Us

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

September 2, 2020

Let’s take a moment and talk about a staple ingredient in my kitchen… mushrooms!

Mushrooms are really great. I toss them into my omelets and frittatas and chop them up for my soups, stews and stir fries. They’re also a tasty addition to salads and veggie wraps or can be used as toppings for meats and fish.

In fact, I use them so often it shocks me when others don’t. Many of my own patients say they don’t eat mushrooms regularly. Continue reading →

So You Think Italian Food is Bad for You…

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

August 28, 2020

My first trip to Italy was a real eye opener. And I want to tell you all about it. But first, I have a question for you.

What’s your favorite Italian food?

Is it pasta smothered in tomato sauce, meatballs and cheese? How about chicken parmesan? And, of course, neither of these would be complete without a giant slice of buttery garlic bread! Continue reading →

Yes, MSG is Still Bad for You

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

August 26, 2020

When food scientists work in their labs, they’re not making food that is good for you. Instead, they’re usually focused on money.

That’s because the right combination of fat, salt, sugar and acid will make your taste buds demand you keep eating and eating… buying and buying.

It’s something that has disgusted me for years. And it’s one of the main reasons why I push so hard for people to eat a healthy rainbow diet rather than highly processed foods. Continue reading →

It’s Time to Add More Heat to Your Life

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

August 19, 2020

There’s a misconception about hot and spicy foods.

Some people think they’re dangerous – that they’ll actually burn the linings of the esophagus and stomach. For years it was believed foods like hot peppers and curry were the culprits behind ulcers.

A lot of folks still hold to this line of thinking. In fact, I run into them on a daily basis. They avoid anything with a little heat in it. Continue reading →

I’m not eating this, are you?

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

August 14, 2020

It’s 11am and you’re at the office. That’s when the chatter begins…

“Do you want Chinese again today?”

“Oh no. Let’s order Mexican instead.”

“Hey guys! Janie says she’s running out for salads.”

“Oh! That sounds good. Does anyone remember today’s soup-of-the-day?”

In my younger days I was always on board for these lunch fiestas. What followed was a lunch room filled with delicious food from the local restaurants. Continue reading →

Here’s Why I would Never Eat a Veggie Burger

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

August 10, 2020

Some days, it feels like big food companies make my job nearly impossible.

Most recently, I’ve been flummoxed by those vegetable- or plant-based meat replacement products. They’re being produced, distributed, and marketed by popular restaurants in a really big way.

Just look at the Impossible Whopper from Burger King or the “Beyond Meat Fried Chicken” sold by KFC. Our grocery stores are filled with these fake foods and thousands of people are being fooled. Continue reading →

3 Common OTC Meds that can make Your Symptoms Multiply

By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness

July 20, 2020

Tom was desperate when he first came into my office. He’d already been through the wringer with one doctor. And he hoped I could finally provide relief.

You see, eight months ago, Tom started experiencing chest pains. He went in to see his normal doctor who identified the cause as heartburn. Tom was sent home with a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) to fix his problem.

The doctor just forgot to mention one little thing. The PPI had a “black box” warning saying it shouldn’t be taken more than 6 weeks! Continue reading →