For the first time in our lifetime, there is a vaccine to prevent cancer, specifically cervical cancer! I would like to provide an update on the latest advances in the HPV vaccines for the human papillomavirus, commonly known as HPV. Cervical cancer is preventable. HPV infection causes cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers in women; cancer…

To begin with, I’d like to take a moment and thank you for your prayers, support and well wishes while I was gone on maternity leave. It should come as no surprise that after a major life event, we might see the world through a different lens. I know this was true for me after…

The idea for this month’s newsletter article came to me from one of my patients. Her name is Kristy.   Her story is as powerful as it is tragic.   However, we can all learn a very important lesson from what she has to say. She was gracious enough to share her message with us this month.…

As I continue my article series on protein, this month I would like to discuss protein bars. Many companies, health promoters and gym enthusiasts market protein bars as a healthy way to lose weight and gain muscle. However, truth be told, many protein bars are very similar, if not more unhealthy, than candy bars! Last…

A recipe by Andrew Weil, M.D: A wonderful addition to pasta or soup and can be enjoyed as a dip or spread. Nutrients Per Serving, Serves 16 Calories 50 Fat 4.7g Saturated fat 0.4g (84.2% of calories from fat) Protein 1.2g Carbohydrate 1.7g Cholesterol 0mg Fiber less than 1g   Ingredients 1 cup walnut pieces…