Regardless of the source of the perceived wrong, the most important element to consider is how to respond. There are essentially two choices: a) hold onto anger or b) offer forgiveness. In terms of good health, choosing forgiveness is hands-down the better option.
A number of our clients and patients have been asking us for cool, healthy gift ideas for Father’s Day. Here are some of my favorites. One quick note: This post does use affiliate links here and there. If you click a link, we might make a few cents, which helps us run the site and donate our time and resources to our various endeavors. We stand by the recommendations, whether you use our links or not. Prices may vary. 11. The Peleton Experience for 1/4 of the price (~$500). We love the way Peleton is revolutionizing at home workouts. For
Inversion tables have been marketed to decrease back pain, improve height, decrease stress, improve stretching, and mitigate symptoms from herniated discs and spinal stenosis…but what are they, and how well do they work?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Depression is a drug-free method for treating sleeplessness and depressed mood.
Those who suffer from migraines know how painful and debilitating they can be. Migraine type headaches can have many underlying causes. As such, it can be equally as difficult to find an effective treatment. Fortunately, Magnesium has been found to have some effectiveness in improving the occurrence of migraines, especially if related to an underlying magnesium deficiency [check out our article all about magnesium deficiencies here]. What is a migraine? Migraines are associated with symptoms of severe head pain, often with aura, nausea, and vomiting. Those who experience migraines with aura may describe feelings of nausea, light sensitivity, and irritation
Magnesium is an essential nutrient to the body that is involved in countless cellular processes. It is estimated that approximately 75% of those in the United States are deficient in this mineral! It serves many key functions and deficiency can be detrimental to an individual’s health. Let’s take a look at why this nutrient is so needed by our bodies. What is magnesium? Magnesium is an extremely important mineral serving numerous functions within our bodies. It plays an important role in the health of muscles and nerves, helps the body create energy, is important to the digestive system, and is also
NAC As a Treatment for Trichotillomania Trichotillomania is a specific form of an impulse control disorder. It’s a common disease with over 200,000 new cases every year. It is usually self-diagnosed with people recognizing the symptoms and doing their own research. Even for medical professionals, trichotillomania is easy to diagnose. There is no special imaging or lab test required. N-acetylcysteine (NAC) has been proposed as an effective treatment for trichotillomania. As it is still in its early stages, there is not enough conclusive evidence to definitively and confidently conclude that n-acetylcysteine will cure or treat trichotillomania. However, many find the potential benefits of NAC to outweigh the risks. What
Many of us see “ferritin” on the tests our doctor orders, but what is it, and why is it important? A protein inside your cells, ferritin stores iron for the body’s use at a later time. When one gets a ferritin blood test [ http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003490.htm ] done, the physician can indirectly measure how much iron is in the blood. This test is also known by the name “serum ferritin level.” How the Ferritin Blood Test is Administered In order for the test to be administered, the physician or lab needs a sample of your blood. To prepare for the ferritin blood lab, one does
Patients satisfaction surveys sometimes lead to worse outcomes. Read more to see why.
Dr. Terry “hard at work” in the TP Infirmary I remember the first time I got sick at camp. I was nine-years-old, and it was my first summer at Towering Pines. The second floor of the Lodge felt like miles away from my top bunk in Cabin 5, Mohawk, on Clear Lake. The nurse told me that because of my fever, I would not be able to attend activities. I was pretty excited about missing instructional swim, but I was sad to miss riding, archery, TP Players, photography, canteen, and most of all, being able to “help” my cabin on one of
Who are you, and what is the point of this book? Hi! I’m Dr. Jonathan Terry, and I’m a physician based in California. I work in free clinics and community mental health settings with patients who are both very ill and unable to afford insurance. I love education and service, particularly around the topics of mental health. The Pursuit of Capyness: A Zen Capybara Coloring Book is a way to make people smile while doing something creative AND to help fund volunteer efforts, donations, and service. More on this below! Where can I find the coloring book and what does
Honored to share this final version of a Fact Sheet I authored with the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC).
Honored to share this final version of a Business Plan for Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) I authored with the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP).
Omega 3 Fatty Acids may play a promising neuroprotective role in Huntington Disease
Aloe vera is a medicinal power plant, with uses that reach far beyond treating sunburn.
Shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing,” has many beneficial effects on whole body health.
S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) has good evidence in support of its use in depression and osteoarthritis.
5-HTP is a precursor for serotonin. Research supports its efficacy in depression and fibromyalgia.
Many people look to St. John’s Wort as an over-the counter treatment for anxiety and depression.
