Hi guys. A few blogs ago, I wrote about fish oil and depression and presented the evidence for and against. I also described the many theories for depression that are less well known. The “serotonin hypothesis” is the main theory floating around out there, but there are many other theories that don’t make it into […]
Introducing Barnaby, the new Blooming Wellness Mascot
Hi gang! It’s my belief that every website ( especially a health and wellness website) needs a furry mascot. Why? Because pets make us feel better and are proven to be good for our health. If you don’t believe me, you can check out an old blog post I wrote on exactly that: Why pets […]
All the Reasons You are Fat & The Answer to “I’m doing Everything Right, so Why Am I Not Losing Weight?”
In June of this year, and after much debate, the American Medical Association labeled obesity a “disease.” As soon as I read about the AMA’s decision, I posted the news to the Blooming Wellness Facebook page and asked people what they thought. Some agreed with the AMA’s new label, however others were quite upset and […]
Breathing Exercises for Anxiety and Giving Good Face.
Hello hello hello! Below is a short and silly video I made on something anyone can do anywhere to calm him or herself down. Stress Relief 101. The “something” is breathing exercises and since you can’t go anywhere without breathing ( sans your tomb), you can do the exercises anywhere. If you are prone to […]
Did Michael Douglas get Cancer from an STD? Are Men getting Cancer from Sex? If You Have Sex, Read this Blog
Last week, Michael Douglas claimed his throat cancer was caused by the ubiquitous virus, HPV. He also smoked and drank, which are two risk factors for throat cancer, but the question is: Is it possible that his cancer was caused by HPV, that notorious sexually transmitted virus that is more notable for causing cervical […]
Anti-aging, Fast & Easy Coconut & Honey Homemade Face Mask
As most of you know, I make my own skin creams, because that way I know exactly what’s in my cream and therefore I know exactly what goes on my face. I refuse to spend a ton of money for “anti-aging/ miracle/ super-moist/ antioxidant-abundant…etc….” skin cream, because most of their claims are bullshit. It’s […]
Gluten-Free & Low- Glycemic Load Apricot Amaretti Biscuits!
Hi Guys! A blog reader, Barbara, from Northern New South Wales, Australia was kind enough to pass this gluten-free recipe along, so I’m sharing it with you all. As Barbara noted in the email, the recipe was originally given to her using “xylitol” but she massaged it and made it her own using coconut sugar, […]
Huge Study shows Red Meat and Processed Meat linked to Cancer and Heart Disease. Now we know what killed the “Where’s the Beef” Lady…
The results from a huge prospective cohort study involving 448,568 men and women, meat consumption, and incidence of cancer and heart disease were recently published in BMC Medicine. The study, called the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC), evaluated male and female meat-eating habits in 10 different countries (France, Italy, Spain, The […]
In the Weird War Between Alternative and Conventional Medicine, $$$$ Wins.
The worlds of alternative and conventional medicine often clash. The alternative side accuses the conventional side of being in bed with Big Pharma and getting as many people as possible hooked on pills. The conventional side accuses the alternative side of practicing quackery, ignoring scientific research and selling snake oil. The sad conclusion is […]
Gluten Free-Low Glycemic Load Hummus!
Why I love Hummus? It is delicious and you can make it in a blender in less than 5 minutes!! Great for me and my busy schedule!!! Why I follow a LOW glycemic LOAD over a LOW glycemic index? Because a food’s glycemic load takes into account not only the food’s effect on blood […]
Laughter Yoga with Dr. Kataria
“If you can’t laugh, begin laughing” I love when science supports clichés. Truly. A few blogs ago I discussed the vital relationship between food and mood which supports the old adage, “You are what you eat.” Another popular saying is, “Laughter is the best medicine.” Well, guess what? It is, and science is finally […]
Coconut Oil is Okay, but Coconut Oil Blends are Healthier.
I just accidentally smashed a bottle of coconut oil on the kitchen floor and thought, “I should write about this stuff!” You never know what is going to inspire a great blog. Sometimes a Tetanus infection will do that. 😉 Coconut Oil ( from Cocos Nucifera) became the craze a few years ago, mainly because everyone is […]