How do we Stay Healthy? That's still my model and message after 45 years of Integrative Family Medicine at my clinic, Preventive Medical Center of Marin, in San Rafael, California.
I spend the majority of my time educating others on the effect the foods we eat has on the health of our mind and body. I also spend time educating my clients on how the air they breathe, and the products they use, affect their health...
Did you know that air pollution is the world's largest single environmental health risk? 92% of the world's population breathes polluted air, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) and more than 5.5 million people worldwide...
Let me go back in time for a minute. At the end of many long days, after staying up with my son who has a hacking cough that almost causes him to vomit and a stuffy, runny nose- a mom needs help. I have seen my son be so tired from...
The hard part is over - you did your research and found an air purifier that fits your lifestyle and indoor air quality needs. Now you're asking, "Where do I place my air purifier for maximum efficiency?"
Learning how to make your home a health sanctuary can include stocking the kitchen, to great air quality. This article brings in some facts about creating a home more conducive to health and is also a way for me to answer so many personal...
Did you know the World Health Organization studied air quality around the world and declared 99% of the world is breathing dangerous amounts of pollutants? This figure is especially dangerous when you consider that symptoms of air...
In the United States roughly 66% of homes have a pet of some kind, with dogs being the most popular followed by cats. That means there are over 86 million homes with a furry friend of some kind. That's a lot of pet hair flying around...
When it comes to a healthy workplace, surveys show that employees want the basics. A Harvard Business Review article, Survey: What Employees Want Most from Their Workspaces, suggests "wellness programs offered by 80% if the larger...
Lung cancer is not the only cancerous threat related to air pollution. Research suggests that there are other cancers leading to increased mortality rates, that are also linked to air pollution.
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) is a condition affecting 2-10% of the US population, with heightened sensitivity in the elderly, children, and those with pre-existing conditions. Symptoms include headaches, fatigue, dizziness...
Research has shown that air pollution has a negative effect on sleep quality. Millions of Americans suffer from breathing disorders that can affect their ability to get a good night's sleep.Â
According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report, 8 million people die every year globally because of air pollution. Among these, 4.3 million die because of air pollution from household sources. ¹
As a new parent, your world revolves around your baby's health and well-being. You meticulously clean and sanitize every surface, but have you considered the air your baby breathes? Indoor air can be surprisingly polluted, carrying...
It's September and every ragweed pollen sufferer across the nation is reaching for allergy medicine and tissues. Unless you're lucky enough to live in Alaska, where ragweed doesn't grow, there's no escaping its pollen. Ragweed is one...
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