Blooming Wellness
Dr. Eek's Health & Wellness Blog
I originally wrote this and published it on TrialSite News. Ever wonder why we’re marinating in chemicals most of us can’t pronounce? It’s not because they’ve been scientifically proven to be harmless. It’s that here in the U.S., we ignore something simple: the precautionary principle. You know, the idea that maybe-just maybe-we shouldn’t toss potentially …
It’s a common diet debate: What is beef’s impact on heart health? Good? Bad? Somewhere in between? On a recent episode of Causes or Cures, I sat down with Dr. Kevin Maki to dive into his systematic review on the impact of beef consumption on heart disease risk factors. Dr. Maki breaks down the complexities of defining red …
Could women be caught in a hormone trap and not even know it? Dr. Sarah Daccarett says yes. Could a lot of our chronic health issues be hormonal in nature and actually being misdiagnosed as something else- like a mental health issue? That’s scary when you think about it, because diagnoses often come with prescriptions…so …
What is the link between diet and colon cancer? Is there one? My podcast guest and colorectal cancer expert Dr. Timothy Yeatman believes there is one. On a recent episode of Causes or Cures, I chatted with Dr. Timothy Yeatman about the connection between diet, inflammation, and colon cancer. He’ll explain why cancer can be …
Filament Health is pointing out the difference between natural psychedelics vs synthetic ones, so if you are interested in psychedelics and how they potentially may be used to treat health issues, you’ll want to listen to this podcast. In this episode of Causes or Cures, I sit down with Benjamin Lightburn, CEO of Filament Health, to explore …
Well if it’s any indication that my ultrasonic mouse deterrent is working, the mouse left a “thank you” dump right in front of it. Me typing all pissy to customer service chat box, “Can I please talk to a human being????” Chat box: “I am a human being.” Awwwwwkward. Changed into my suit in the …
What’s the link between heart rate variability and longevity? This is a concept that I briefly remember studying in medical school, but beyond that, I didn’t pay much attention to it. But I was happy to learn more in a recent podcast discussion with a doctor from Norway. On a recent episode of Causes or Cures, …
What is life as a medicine hunter? On a recent episode of Causes or Cures, I sat down with Chris Kilham, the renowned “Medicine Hunter,” to discuss his incredible global adventures in search of medicinal plants. Chris shares fascinating stories about traveling to over 45 countries, collaborating with indigenous communities, and transforming botanical discoveries into market-ready …
We’ve been hearing a lot about forever chemicals and how they are ridiculously hard to escape…but do you know how forever chemicals affect sleep? Yes, they do that too. This is important because poor sleep is linked to myriad health issues, so if forever chemical exposure induces poor sleep…you have the lovely public health …
How dangerous is Bird Flu for humans? Well, I attempted to find on a recent podcast and I hope you tune in! :) On a recent episode of Causes or Cures, I had the pleasure of sitting down with international infectious disease expert Dr. Eskild Petersen to discuss the current bird flu outbreak. Dr. Petersen provides …
Standing desks are a wellness trend, but what about standing desks and blood pressure, a key indicator of a person’s health status? High blood pressure puts you at risk of heart attacks and strokes, so it’s one of those things you want to try to control via diet, exercise, and if need be, medication. Given …
Have you ever considered attending a psychedelic retreats? Maybe getting healthier wasn’t your motivation, but did you ever consider the health benefits of psychedelic retreats? It might seem odd- particularly if you are schooled in the “Drugs are Bad” and “Just Say No” approaches to drugs-but today, serious, respected academic institutions are studying psychedelic medications. …
