7 things you need to do to lose belly fat today
We've had some requests for an "Ask Dr. Miranda" feature, so here is the first question we've been sent: Q -- I'm trying to lose weight and my biggest issue is my stomach. How do I get it down? Any suggestions? A - - First, you are not alone! Many people tend to...
Chronic pain and the sugar connection
Chronic pain may be one of the most underestimated health issues there is, but many sufferers are only looking for a quick fix and an easy pill but that won't buy them relief - it only postpones pain and further degeneration. Now, if I were to categorize people with...
Timing is everything: when to take dietary supplements
It's been said that the road to hell is paved with good intentions, and that certainly applies to the world of dietary supplementation. Many people, through research or recommendation, choose to take a variety of dietary supplements to improve their health, but what...
Goldilocks and the Three Bears of Exercise. Why too much exercise is just as detrimental as too little.
Goldilocks and the three bears of exercise... Once upon a time Goldilocks went to a nice doctor in Louisiana because she had a serious muffin top and no matter what she did, she couldn't budge it. Goldilocks told the nice Doctor, "I used to not exercise at all, and I...
Simple steps to stop cystic or hormonal acne
Acne sucks. Yes, I said it! As someone who has had uber fair, oily, sensitive skin my entire life, acne was something I battled with from the age of 11 onward. I was so self conscious of my skin that I didn't get in any baby photos after the birth of some of my...
Weight Loss Magic Bullets & What REALLY works
THERE IS NO MAGIC BULLET WHEN IT COMES TO WEIGHT LOSS! That is why there is NO SINGLE THING that will work for everyone. There are simply too many factors involved. That said, we can encompass these factors into key categories: Dietary, Hormonal, Chemical, Exercise,...
What they never told you about how your gallbladder works (and what it does to your health after surgery)
This basic principle applies to any surgery , albeit different organ systems are affected, but for our purposes, we will relate this to gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy). ANY time you have surgery (of any sort) you can experience fatigue. Your body only...
What blood tests should you request from your Doctor?
You've heard about preemptive strikes, how about preemptive health? Don't wait until you are really sick to get blood work drawn. Have it drawn at your yearly physical and keep a copy for your records. You OWN your medical records, by the way, your physician is...
How can I be losing fat if my weight stays the same?
This is an aspect of weight loss that perplexes a lot of people - they start a new diet and notice their clothes getting looser, or their face getting thinner - but their weight is staying the exact same! It is frustrating, because you *think* your diet is working...
When Good Gallbladders Go Bad
We focus a lot on people that have had gallbladder removal surgery (cholecystectomy), but most people who have underwent gallbladder surgery, didn't get to that point overnight. They likely experienced symptoms associated with gallbladder dysfunction for months or...
Could Protein Deficiency be Stopping Your Weight Loss?
In post #2 of Hidden Reasons You Can't Lose Weight series, I am going to explore protein: one of the most common nutritional deficiencies I see among dieters. Full disclosure: I am a dedicated omnivore. My first course of study was anthropology. For that reason, I...
Choosing the right calcium if you have had bariatric surgery
Did you know that calcium absorption is a major issue for bariatric patients? Approximately 85% of all calcium supplements sold in the United States contain calcium carbonate (also known as limestone, or chalk) - and this form of calcium is rarely recommended for...