Are You Addicted to Caffeine?

They say money makes the world go round, but it’s actually caffeine. Caffeine is one of the most popular, widely available performance enhancing drugs in the world, with 90% of Americans using it regularly.  I say this with no judgment. There are many people in this world who can’t get through a morning without a...

Three Mantras to Recite as You Put On Your Mask

Nobody wants to wear a mask, but we have to. The COVID-19 Pandemic is not over. Even though certain states have just decided to stop reporting accurate numbers, and others don’t believe the virus exists anymore, I promise you, it does. There is a lot of misinformation out there, and since there is no strong...

Five Things to Home School Your Children On

Right now is the perfect time to school your children on basic life skills. Say what you will about the education system in America, but I’ve always believed there are valuable lessons to be learned, both inside and out of the classroom. First off, I want to say that I have great respect for teachers....

Is the Lock Down Making You Vitamin D Deficient?

One of the side effects of quarantine is vitamin D deficiency. The COVID-19 lockdown has created many different side effects, from mental health issues to physical manifestations of stress and anxiety. With summer around the corner, one of the things we don’t really think about is vitamin D deficiency. Normally, we get a fair amount...

Never Meditated Before? Try These Beginners Tips!

Meditation can be very daunting. I have always been a huge supporter of meditation. As a surgeon and a mom, I don’t always personally find the time. That being said, especially in times like this it is important to prioritize mental health. Meditation is hands down one of the best ways to do that. Why,...

Five Reasons to Take Your Kids on a Mental Health Hike

Now more than ever, children need the outdoors. If you’re a parent, chances are you have reacted to this quarantine in stages, much like the stages of grief. At first you were probably excited about all the quality time you would have for your children, then you were probably disappointed that they would rather watch...

Having Trouble Sleeping? Five All Natural Sleeping Aids

One side effect of the Covid-19 lock-down is sleeping issues. Call me Dr. Obvious, but sleeping is important. Creating and maintaining a regular sleeping schedule is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health. When you don’t get enough sleep, every area of your life suffers, from cognitive functions, to...

For Athletes Unable to Compete in Sports, the Mental Struggle is Real

Athletes are uniquely qualified to handle the mental issues of this pandemic. As a life-long athlete, I can tell you that it is both a state of mind, and a way of life. When you get involved in competitive sports from a young age, it conditions you to crave the camaraderie of a team, the...

Five Plant-Based Proteins to Stock Up On

Are you getting enough protein in your diet? Just because we are in lockdown, doesn’t mean we can ignore the needs of our body (besides of course, sunlight and exercise). Protein is one of the main building blocks for our muscles, both in terms of building, and maintenance. Proteins are made of amino acids, which...