Telomere lengthening is a hot topic in anti-aging medicine. Telomeres are repetitive strands of DNA found at both ends of our chromosomes. Like the little plastic caps at the end of shoelaces, telomeres protect our chromosomes. If they get too short they can no longer protect our chromosomes leading to cell death. According to the Hayflick Limit Theory of aging, each cell can only divide … [Read more...]
7 Easy Ways to Lose Weight
May 11, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Are there easy ways to lose weight? One thing I’ve learned over the years is that things that are easy to do are also easy not to do. Perhaps, we should use the word “simple” rather than “easy” – “simple” meaning straightforward and plain – not too complex. Eat Breakfast If the body goes too long without a meal metabolism will slow down as the body tries to conserve energy … [Read more...]
Huevos Rancheros
April 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Huevos Rancheros Courtesy Cenegenics Texas Ingredients Ranchero Sauce: 1 can fire-roasted tomatoes(14- to 15-ounces) 1-2 serrano or jalapeño chiles, coarsely chopped, including seeds 1 large garlic clove 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon fine salt 1/4 teaspoon splenda 2 tablespoons olive oil 2/3 cup chopped white onion Eggs and Tortillas: 4 tablespoons olive … [Read more...]
Sweeteners: To Sweeten or not Sweeten
April 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
"To sweeten or not sweeten". That phrase may as well be "to be or not to be", because the more you use sweeteners the less likely you are "to be". Sweeteners are food additives used to enhance the taste of sweetness of a food or meal. Sweeteners can be classified as natural or artificial, and they can be classified as nutritive (providing calories) or non-nutritive (providing no calories). … [Read more...]
Resveratrol and Cancer
April 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Last week we discussed the many ways that resveratrol reduces the risk of heart disease, the number 1 killer in the US. Today we'll look at resveratrol and cancer - the number 2 killer in our country. How Cancer Starts Like it does with heart disease, resveratrol affects cancer on many fronts. Cancer is the growth of abnormal cells. Many events must occur for a normal cell to turn into a … [Read more...]
Hey Doc, Can I Still Drink Alcohol?
April 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
"Hey doc, can I still drink alcohol?" is a question I frequently get from patients when discussing our nutrition program. It's a good question and one that requires delicate handling. In general, moderate alcohol consumption seems safe from a health standpoint and may even have some health benefits. But, that does not mean you should start drinking alcohol - just because it might have health … [Read more...]
Sugar: the News Isn’t So Sweet
April 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In our previous post "Sugar: Busted!" we reviewed the many dangers of sugar. More and more studies are being done on sugar and its health effects. In this 60 Minutes segment with Dr. Sanjay Gupta more of this research is revealed. We are learning that sugar is toxic. Sugar and Heart Disease Though we have long been taught that increased fat consumption is responsible for heart disease, the … [Read more...]
Resveratrol and Heart Disease
April 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Resveratrol is polyphenol and a very promising compound that appears to have wide-spread health benefits. Resveratrol is being extensively studied in heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's disease and diabetes. The 2010 Resveratrol Conference examined the scientific evidence (nearly 3,700 studies were analyzed) and its summary can be found here. Before going too much farther it's important to … [Read more...]
Too Early for the Next Meal?: Try These Healthy Snacks
April 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Are you hungry, but it's too early for the next meal? Try these healthy snacks. We suggest our patients eat every 3 to 4 hours. This helps maintain energy levels throughout the day and improves metabolism. So in between meals we recommend people consume a healthy snack - a mid-morning snack and a mid-afternoon snack. General Snack Rules Meals and snacks should be based around a lean protein … [Read more...]
Broccoli Casserole
March 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Why You Should Try This Recipe Courtesy of Cenegenics Texas Broccoli is nutrient dense yet low in calories and is a good source of B vitamins, vitamin C and minerals like calcium, iron, zinc, manganese, magnesium, potassium and phosphorus. Broccoli is also high in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and cancer protecting nutrients like glucoraphanin, indole-3-carbinol, and DIM … [Read more...]
