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Rehydrate the Right Way One of the biggest mistake folks make when they exercise is poor hydration choices. In fact, some of the most popular re-hydrating techniques actually undermine our workout results, contributing to weight gain and high cholesterol. Learn about exercise hydration techniques to avoid, as well as the smartest hydration method to achieve the workout results you deserve.
10 New Reasons to Eat Veggies Did you know that eating more vegetables can help you reduce stress, increase attentiveness, reduce cravings, and lose weight? Learn 10 new reasons for eating your veggies in my latest article.
Quiz: What's Your Emotional Body Type? Do you ever wonder why we repeat the same patterns again and again in our lives? According to Ayurveda, we create these reactive emotional responses in order to feel safe and secure, and to avoid hurt feelings. Join me in the first step of changing old emotional patterns by taking this simple Emotional Body Type Quiz.
Pre-Diabetes Part 4: The Chocolate Effect Chocolate is one of the best-loved foods on the planet, and for good reason. Join me in this week's article as I explore exactly how chocolate works, why we love it so much, and some of the recent health claims associated with chocolate.
Pre-Diabetes Part 3: The Truth About Sweeteners, Natural and Artificial Many of us are on a perpetual quest for the perfect sweetener. This week I delve into the question of whether there really is such a thing. In the process, I'll tell you what you likely didn't know about some of the major players in the field of sweeteners.
Pre-Diabetes Part 2: Crave Sweets? Home-Screen Your Risk for Pre-Diabetes. I have many patients who come in to see me with no physical complaints and, once screened, are revealed to be pre-diabetic or even diabetic! With a weak safety net for pre-diabetes in the medical establishment, it's so important to screen yourself and your family for rising blood sugars. Learn how in my latest article.
Pre-Diabetes Part 1: Is Your "Healthy" Diet Silently Causing Pre-Diabetes? Did you know at least one-third of Americans are at imminent risk of becoming diabetic? If you experience food cravings, mood swings, anxiety and depression, irritability and/or fatigue, you might unknowingly be at risk. The scary truth is, even a "healthy" diet can put you in the danger zone. Learn how to protect yourself and those you love from this silent epidemic.
You Can Reverse Arterial Plaque Are you doing enough to protect your arteries from the leading cause of death in most civilized societies? Atherosclerosis usually isn’t diagnosed until after the age of 50, but the cause is a lifetime of stress and the wrong dietary choices. Join me as we dive into the causes of atherosclerosis, and explore new and exciting strategies to address them.
Sleep Interrupted? The Blood Sugar and Sleep Connection Most folks who have unstable blood sugar aren't even aware of it. One side effect they may be aware of, however, is the tendency for interrupted sleep: tossing and turning, waking up throughout the night. Could you or someone you know be suffering from blood-sugar-related insomnia? Keep reading to learn the facts about this troubling, little-known sleep issue.
Too Tired to Sleep? The most common theory relating to sleep issues is that excessive energy makes it difficult to settle down and get to sleep. While on the surface this makes sense, it hides the deeper root cause of sleep issues and only treats symptoms at best. Read on to learn what's at the true core of sleep issues and how you can get a good night's sleep tonight and every night.
Dangers of Frequent Eating As a response to the blood sugar epidemic in America, many doctors, fitness and health professionals are prescribing 6 small meals a day to remedy hypoglycemia, boost metabolism and stimulate weight-loss. But could grazing and/or frequent meals actually be causing more problems than they treat?
PMS and Menopause: It May Not Be Hormonal PMS and menopause are often treated with hormones as a first resort. Surprisingly, many women experiencing these issues are suffering from an underlying cause that is actually not hormonal. This article delves into the nature of this root cause and discusses natural therapies for PMS and menopause that do not include hormones and can be done at home.
Soy: Friend, or Foe? Among the health dangers blamed on soy are links to breast cancer, thyroid disease, menstrual and fertility issues. On the other side of the aisle, there is compelling research suggesting soy's plethora of health benefits. Join me as I delve into this heated debate in search of answers.
Anti-Aging: The Ayurvedic Secret Sadly, aging has become nearly synonymous with a handful of age-related diseases. New and exciting research has found that one Ayurvedic herb effectively inhibits a common factor of most of these diseases. Read on to learn how this herb has become the focus of cutting-edge modern research.
Stop a Cold in its Tracks! Learn how to stop a cold in 6-48 hrs with easy natural remedies and never let it take hold.
Tired? Self-Test Your Thyroid A new report reveals that the test used to assess thyroid function is flawed, and compromising the adequacy of conventional thyroid treatment. As a result, many thyroid problems and thyroid-related symptoms go undiagnosed or untreated.Included in this article are the instructions for my Home Thyroid Self-Assessment Screening.
Coffee! The Good, The Bad, and the Ayurvedic Perspective In recent years, we have seen an astonishing amount of research being published touting the health benefits of coffee. The question is: do these studies negate the health risks reported in studies past? In this newsletter, I will dive into this very controversial issue of coffee: when it comes to our health, is coffee a friend, or foe?
Short Home Cleanse: Our New Year's Gift to You Ayurveda recommends that we cleanse seasonally for optimal health. Whether you are new to cleansing or want to detox in between our Fall or Spring Colorado Cleanses, the Short Home Cleanse is a great way to reset your cravings and feel lighter.
Protect Your Breasts Did you know that there is more iodine stored in the female breast tissue than there is in the thyroid? In this newsletter, I want to share some of the new research regarding the link between breast health and iodine, as well as discuss the Ayurvedic perspective on iodine supplementation.
What's Your Emotional Footprint this Season? We've always known that creating positive relationships is good for you, and now we have the science to back it up. Learn how to assess your emotional footprint, transform your relationships, and how doing so can actually change your brain chemistry.
Omega 3 Myths: Fish vs. Krill In recent years, krill oil has emerged as a potential alternative to fish oil supplementation. The question is: can we expect the same plethora of benefits from krill oil that we've come to expect from that of fish? The answer may surprise you!
Protein Deficiency: The Hidden Signs Every winter I find myself treating many patients for protein deficiency. Most of them are quite health-aware and have made conscious decisions as to what they include—and don't include—in their diets. But somehow, despite their best intentions, they find themselves with this very significant deficiency. Watch the video and read the associated article to learn the following: Why is protein deficiency so common? Telltale signs of protein deficiency . Effective protein-building strategies.
Fish Toxicity Reaches New Levels Learn more about: Which fish are safe to eat, what you should do if you love to eat fish, the symptoms of mercury toxicity, how you can determine if you have mercury toxicity, and if mercury can be cleaned out of the body.
This Common Supplement Linked to Heart Attacks! Learn about the dangers of excess Calcium supplementation, and how to maintain optimal Calcium levels safely.
Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen Food Lists! Pesticides and preservatives have infiltrated their way into almost all the food consumed in America. Over time these stored chemicals undermine our immunity, render us susceptible to disease, infection and premature aging. Here, Dr. Douillard discusses which fruits and vegetables have the most pesticides, plus the ones that are generally safe even if not organic.
Last Chance to Alkalize! With winter just around the corner, nature is sending a strong message to alkalize now! Find out: If it's safe to Alkalize year round, eating acidic foods, and how to determine the right pH balance in your diet.
5 Keys to a Safe and Effective Home Detox What are the keys to facilitating a good detox? While there are many detoxification programs to choose from, this article and video is designed to give you a checklist to know what to look for in a detox.
Summer/Fall Super Foods As the summer winds down, our body actually heats up, according to Ayurveda. You may notice your skin starting to dry out, your sinuses beginning to run, or your digestive system slowing down. Eat more of these 3 Super Foods!
Summer Weight Gain, Bloating, and Constipation Are you: Gaining weight? Having sluggish bowel movements? Carrying extra weight or bloat around your tummy?
Run like a Child Learn the exact foot placement of fox walking and running. Knowing this technique can change how you stand, walk and run painlessly.
Is your skin thin, saggy and wrinkled? Without adequate vitamin D3 in the skin, the skin may sag, become thin, wrinkled, fragile and unable to offer the protection and immunity that healthy skin should provide.* New research has shown that the topical application of vitamin D3 on the skin may increase the expression of protective peptides that support the skin and premature aging.
You are Probably Deficient and Don't Know It... Make sure you are not suffering from a mineral deficiency and learn how to boost your intake and absorption. 94% of Americans don't eat enough fruits and vegetables to meet minimum mineral RDAs. Even the trace minerals in organic foods are depleted.
Detox Daily with These Summer Foods - Colorado Cleanse Anytime Announcement Do you know that what you eat now in these warm summer months may protect you from colds and flus in the fall and winter? Sign up for our NEW Anytime Colorado Cleanse, which is a 2 week detox boot camp you can do at home whenever you want!
Does Weak Digestion Sabotage Mental Health? As adults, we often struggle emotionally and aim therapies at balancing brain chemistry while overlooking the role the digestion plays on mental health.* Read how an Ayurvedic herb supports the mind and gut with a fascinating side benefit of protecting the body from the ravages of stress.*....
Balance Cholesterol By understanding digestion, lymph and stress we support normal cholesterol. I am very excited to introduce an Ayurvedic herb that supports cholesterol(1), weight(3), joint health(4)* and thyroid function(5).*
Is Your Brain Shrinking? New research has revealed that a common vitamin deficiency may be responsible for causing the brain to actually shrink.* Loss of brain size has been linked to Alzheimer's Disease and decreased brain function, energy and cognitive decline.* When three simple vitamins are combined, researchers have found significant support for cardio-vascular disease, cardiac events and stroke, as well as mood support and fatigue. Let's make sure you don't wake up one day with a shrunken brain!
Hemorrhoid Support Do you realize that up to 1/3 of the people in the United States have hemorrhoids? This easy at home practice has been used for thousands of years as a part of Ayurveda.
Omega 3 Secret Unveiled Could there be one nutrient that supports heart, mood, brain and skin health?
Eliminate Emotional Pain The chemicals that support mental health are made in the intestines and delivered to every cell in the body as molecules of toxic emotions, according to Ayurveda. These molecules may store in our fat cells and compel us to engage in the same dysfunctional behavior again and again.
Stop Eating Dairy Until You Read this Full Report! Some studies have linked dairy products to just about everything - from allergies to obesity, fatigue, mood, instability and more. Other studies promote compelling research that link dairy to numerous health benefits and tout it as an essential food for optimal health. I shed much needed light on a very perplexing issue and reveal an amazingly simple solution to the problem of pasteurization and homogenization.
Shed Those Holiday Pounds! After the holidays, have you gained a few extra pounds? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, let me offer you a quick digestion and fat burning reset that will cost you next to nothing!
Researchers Rediscover Longevity Herb New research has revealed powerful rejuvenative properties of an herb that Ayurvedic texts labeled a panacea - or cure all - thousands of years ago. This ancient Ayurvedic secret is Shilajit, also known as "the destroyer of weakness."
3 Tips for Happy Stress Free Holidays For many of us the holidays have become a season of stress rather than joy, filled with dread instead of cheer. If your holiday train has run away from you, let me offer three simple tips that I personally use to stay on track during the holidays.
Home Sinus Support Do you experience allergies, sinus headaches, congestion, sore throats, colds, coughs, breathing difficulties and other upper respiratory conditions. My Two Step sinus therapy may support upper respiratory health.
Vitamin D - New Shocking Report The Institute of Medicine, which makes the RDA recommendations to the FDA, releases a new report with recommended Vitamin D dosages that are based on only what is needed for bone health and are not considering the general health benefits of Vitamin D that have been reported for the past ten years. It is sad to say, but it seems our government is not a completely reliable source for health advice.
The Effects of Poor Digestion Few people realize that constipation increases the risk for colon cancer(2), poor immunity, fatigue and deficiencies. Let's investigate the cause of poor digestion and the risk that even "natural laxatives" may be dangerous and habit forming.
Stop a Cold in its Tracks Are you ready for cold and flu season? If you act fast and treat the cold aggressively, you can boost natural immunity.
Memory, Mood and Focus Support! Dealing with bouts of depression, anxiety, "senior moments" and kids staying on task at school has become a way of life for many Americans. While there are many factors causing these problems, there is one herb that has recently emerged as a super-herb for the mind.
Never Take This Vitamin Learn about the one vitamin you should never take and the one vitamin that 87% of Americans are deficient in (including infants and children!).
How To Avoid Pesticides Over time chemicals and toxins undermine our immunity, render us susceptible to disease, infection and premature aging. Learn which fruits and veggies are considered safe if not organic and how to avoid toxins in your home.
Support your Immune System Learn my top three recommendations that my wife and I do to keep our six children healthy and happy each winter.
Understanding Cravings Learn a simple practice to prevent cravings that includes some simple yet profound lifestyle modifications and a revolutionary herb. Improve mood and stamina, too!
Be Fit, Thin & Calm in 12 Minutes a Day! Learn: How to exercise properly and avoid diabesity in as little as 12 minutes a day! How to avoid getting injured when you start exercising - one of the biggest reasons why folks don't do it! How exercise can support your mood and help you balance weight. Most importantly - how to really enjoy being active!
Diabesity - The Next Epidemic Do you crave a sweet, a chip or a caffeinated beverage at least once a day? Do you have to eat snacks in between meals to prevent your blood sugar from crashing? Do you carry extra weight around your belly, hips or thighs? These are signs of imbalances leading to diabetes or diabesity.
Support Insomnia Excess stress causes exhaustion which can create a host of problems for us. This article, while it deals mostly with insomnia, also offers strategies to rejuvenate and rebuild the nervous system so we have the energy needed to enjoy better sleep, mood, focus and vitality.
Avoid Dangerous Herbs Not all herbs are safe. Some of have been processed so much in lab that they have side effects similar to pharmaceutical drugs. Learn how to choose the best herbs for you and your family.
Support Cholesterol Naturally Anyone who has trouble with the heat, loose bowels, high cholesterol, mucus in the stool, skin rashes, irritability, inflammation or a pitta body type may want to learn more about an amazing summer fruit.
Don't Be Fooled By Your Sunscreen Confused about sunscreens? Who isn't! New research now shows that the use of certain sunscreens actually increases the risk of skin cancer along with vitamin D3 deficiency. In this video-newsletter I cover why chemical sunscreens that block UVA rays are harmful, symptoms and treatment for Vitamin D3 deficiency, and how to protect your skin this summer.
Secrets to Enjoying Gluten Again Do you have a hard time digesting gluten? Do you avoid it so you can feel better? Learn how to strengthen your digestion so you can eat gluten again.
The Most Important half Inch of Your Body As a nation we spend billions of dollars on making the surface of our skin look attractive. But did you know that you have an inner skin which lines almost all the surfaces of the inside of your body? This inner skin continuously drains toxins from your body through the lymphatic system. It is said that we would be dead in just a few hours without it. If we treated our inner skin as well as we treat our surface skin, we would look amazing.
The Miracle of Lymph This is the first in a series of articles on the Lymphatic system. Understanding the lymphatic system provides insights into the body's profound ability to heal and repair itself. In Ayurveda it is the first system we treat, but in the west, it is simply not addressed until a diagnosis of cancer is made. Join me in this amazing discovery into the Miracle of the Lymph.
How to Choose the Best Detox Program In this article and free video, I want to share with you how to choose the best detox possible this spring and introduce to you our new guided detox called the Colorado Cleanse, which starts this May. It's important your detox includes a plan to strengthen detox pathways (so toxins that are being released can be removed) and to rebuild the digestive fire.
Enjoy Exercise Every Time! Do you often feel tense while exercising or exhausted afterwards? Do you find yourself avoiding exercise or forcing yourself to get through it because you know it's good for you? Keep reading below and watch my free video to learn how proper exercise is one of the most powerful lymphatic moving techniques that delivers profound health benefits. Discover these benefits and begin to enjoy exercise for the time ever in my upcoming video newsletter series on the Miracle of Lymph.
Love Unconditionally on the Road Less Travelled This Valentines Day, please extend your affection for the one you love - to those you don't. Look to your neighbor, colleague or a family member that irritates you and respond to that feeling of affliction with an act of affection. I invite you to learn more about the Ayurvedic Psychology and emotional detox that we practice at LifeSpa by watching this video (below) and reading this article on True Love!
Surprising Symptoms Linked to Poor Digestion This article and video is geared to those who once digested well but have started struggling with weight gain or digestive issues. Are you eliminating foods, taking digestive enzymes or exercising like crazy to shave off extra pounds and digest your food? The cause: the digestive furnace was turned off!
Top 10 Tips To Balance Weight With the holidays behind us and spring just around the corner, this is the time to reset our ability to burn fat. This article is the second in a series designed to help you lose weight. In this newsletter I want to share something new: The top 10 food choices and tips that encourage fat burning and weight loss. These ten weight loss tips are important tools to help prepare the body for great weight loss. If you can follow these tips for 2-3 months you will see results!
Balance Stubborn Weight This video-newsletter is dedicated to resetting normal fat metabolism for the New Year and dealing with stubborn weight loss issues that may be haunting you. This will help us lose those extra pounds and reduce cravings - but more importantly - to get back to having stable energy and moods because fat is your body's calm, steady and detoxifying fuel.
One Minute Meditation Watch my short video below to learn how to do this quick one minute reset from stress and anxiety. This meditation technique is amazingly effective. I often tell my patients that if they did this ten times a day for a total of ten minutes, it would totally change their lives. I also talk about herbal tools to boost immunity and deal with stress and anxiety.
Vitamin B12: Almost Half of Americans are Deficient! At least 40% of the population is B12 deficient. Find out how B12 levels support mood, energy, and focus as well as protect you from heart attacks, strokes and arterial plaque. If there ever was a heart-mind vitamin, then B12 is it. Vegetarians, elderly and those on medications are at a much higher risk.
Vitamin D Has Astonishing Health Benefits (87% of Americans are deficient!) As we enter the darker months of winter it is essential that we optimize our vitamin D levels to: increase our immunity, protect against influenzas, boost our mood, prevent numerous serious health concerns, protect against genetic predispositions. Vitamin D experts consider this one of the most important health discoveries of the past 100 years. Please pass it on to a friend.
Iodine Deficiency In my practice I am treating more and more cases of iodine deficiency. If you are experiencing fatigue, thyroid imbalances, intolerance of cold, cold hands and feet, foggy thinking, increased need for sleep, dry skin, fatigue, weight gain and constipation you may have an iodine deficiency causing low thyroid. Assess your iodine levels, thyroid and lymph function by reading this issue's article and watching my video below. Please share this extraordinary information with your friends.
Remove Toxins From Your Fat Cells This article, "Remove Toxins From Your Fat Cells," is one of the most important articles I have written to date. I want all of you to feel inspired and empowered to flush toxins from your cells to prevent cancer, disease, and other ailments.
Turmeric: A Most Amazing Spice! For 1000s of years this common cooking spice has not only helped protect against cancer, it also: decreases physical pain and liver ailments; increases mental clarity, intestinal health and bile flow, fat metabolism and lowers cholesterol.
The Truth About Sunscreen Learn why skin cancer rates are increasing as sun screen use is increasing too. Most sunscreens are toxic and block Vitamin D which helps prevent skin cancer. Learn alternative to keep your skin healthy.
Two Amazing Fruits Slash Your Cardio-Vascular Risk These 2 fruits lower cholesterol, fight free radicals, improve your digestion, decrease inflammation and detox toxins.
Allergy and Pain Support These topical patches heal joints, muscles and ligaments. Learn natural remedies for headaches and allergies. Try a delicious Green Smoothie!
The Hidden Dangers of Enzymes! Learn why digestive enzymes actually weaken your digestive system and learn natural ways to support your digestion - and thus your whole body! What we eat influences every balance or imbalance in our body, mind and emotions.
Open Your Heart With Ayurveda Do you want to know how to sustain and expand the love with the important people in your life? It is easy to be in a state of compassion and acceptance with a new love, but what about the people that have been in your life for many years? Perhaps there is someone that you are experiencing conflict with, such as a neighbor, loved one or co-worker. Learn how to Open Your Heart with Ayurveda.
Overcoming Fear This newsletter will be dedicated to avoiding the winter woes relating to mood. I will talk about our new home detox program and why detox is so critical at this time of year.
What is Your Child's Constitution? When you know your child's Body Type (or dosha) you can help them stay happy, strong, healthy and highlight their best qualities.