By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
March 4, 2020
Have you ever been on a cruise or vacation and come back a few pounds heavier?
It’s frustrating, I know.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. It just depends on the food choices you make during your trip. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
March 2, 2020
When I talk about staying physically active and getting regular exercise, a lot of folks say “Doc, I’d love to but can’t. I have a bad back.”
Well, I’ve got news for you…
You might not have a bad back. You might have a bad front! Let me explain. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
February 26, 2020
There are lots of ways to lose weight, but it’s not just “calories in calories out.” It’s not just one specific food versus another. People get really confused about this.
They want to know the magic food combination to make the pounds fall away…
Well, when it comes to losing weight, it’s a little more complicated than that. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
February 24, 2020
There are very few times when I’m in total agreement with the FDA…
But when it comes to the dangers of low-dose aspirin as a way to prevent heart attacks, we finally see eye-to-eye.
One of the most common questions I hear from patients is, “Is baby aspirin good for my heart? Should I be taking it every day?” Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
February 21, 2020
When it comes to drug dosages, one size does NOT fit all…
Now, I could go on-and-on about how over-prescribed we are these days. If you’ve been a longtime reader, you know the side effects from medications can be extremely harmful to your health.
So, hopefully, you’re working with your doctor to lower your doses – and eventually eliminate them altogether. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
February 17, 2020
There was a Disney movie I once saw that really struck me…
It was called Wall-E and it showed humans in the future riding around on mechanical wheelchairs – too unhealthy, overweight, and weak to move around on their own two legs.
Well, you’ve heard the old saying – “If you don’t use it, you lose it.” That really holds true even today. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
February 14, 2020
I thought I was having a stroke on August 2nd, 1990…
It’s a day I’ll never forget. I had just finished with patients and it was lunchtime. I took a drink of my iced tea and I felt the cool liquid dribble out the side of my mouth and down onto my shirt.
“That’s funny,” I thought. Then, I took another sip and – again – couldn’t keep the liquid inside my mouth. Then, it dawned on me…
I might be having a stroke! Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
February 12, 2020
Last night was my red meat night. I made a delicious roast with red wine, bay leaves, and seasonings… then topped it with a huge heap of organic carrots, onions, and celery.
Honestly, it was mostly vegetables, but that’s a good way to keep my microbiome healthy and working at full tilt.
So yes, I tell my patients it is okay for them to have some red meat – provided it’s from a clean source and only accounts for about one meal a week. In fact, meat in general should only be about 13% of your entire diet. Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
February 5, 2020
You know, I actually met Suzanne Somers one time…
The woman is 75 years old and she’s absolutely radiant! Full lush hair, great skin – and if you believe it – her and her husband are sexually active all the time.
Wanna know her secret? Balanced hormones.
This may be an issue you’ve given consideration… Continue reading
By David Blyweiss, M.D., Advanced Natural Wellness
February 3, 2020
I recently had someone ask me what I planned to do when I retired… I think my answer surprised her.
You see, even though I’m past the traditional age of retirement, I don’t see myself ever stopping my work.
I just enjoy talking with people about functional medicine too much. I enjoy seeing patients. And I enjoy training and educating – especially when it’s at an international conference.
I don’t plan on retiring, because if I retire, I’m putting myself at risk of an earlier death. Continue reading