What I learned in Cuba

You already know that eating nutrient-dense foods in moderate amounts,  moving more, and adding daily physical activates are the key to your overall health and longevity. However, only a small number of people follow this lifestyle no matter how many articles and movies are released about it. Yet, people always look for miracle herbs, pills, … Continue reading What I learned in Cuba

Thyroid disease for moms and babies

When I was in my freshman year of high school, there was a physical yearly checkup at the school and a doctor told me that I may have Grave’s disease. In follow up, I went to see the doctor at a hospital but my diagnosis of Grave’s disease was not confirmed. However, my mother, who … Continue reading Thyroid disease for moms and babies

Cauliflower Dip

Cauliflower is a winter vegetable from November to March, but now you can purchase it all year. Although  cauliflower isn't so popular compare to broccoli (especially among kids), the veggie is super versatile. You can make pickles, rice, mashed potatoes, wings and even pizza crust with cauliflower.  So, this vegetable is becoming popular as a food … Continue reading Cauliflower Dip

Is your blood sugar at optimal?

Recently I watched Dr. David Dikeman’s presentation on, “how to avoid complications of type 1 diabetes”, and was really surprised to learn that a slight increase in your overall blood sugar level can have significant impact on your risk for developing cardiovascular disease, cancer, kidney disease, stroke, and pancreas beta cell, even among non-diabetic people.  … Continue reading Is your blood sugar at optimal?