CBG: The Beautiful Red-haired Stepchild

THC. CBD. When it comes to cannabis, we understand those. But what are CBG, THCV, THCA, CBN and the nearly 100 other cannabinoids? With more research, it’s getting more and more confusing. So, with each edition of Desert Health, I am going to focus on one individual cannabinoid and the science behind how and why… Read more »

Sound Immersion

The practice of sound bathing, or immersing oneself in the vibrations of various instruments such as singing bowls and gongs, has been gaining popularity in recent years. However, its roots can be traced back centuries to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Greeks who recognized the healing powers of vibrational sound. In my personal… Read more »

Chilling with My Valentine

This past Valentine’s Day, I was getting over a cold, so I asked my sweetheart if we could forego the dinner and vino for something really good for us.  So, we headed to the new Restore Hyper Wellness to try a rejuvenating cryotherapy session. I thought the rush of blood might enhance my state of… Read more »

Making Peace with Your Plate

If you struggle with your relationship with food and your body, you are not alone. According to a Harris Poll, 70% of U.S. men and 80% of women suffer from food guilt. As a result, the dieting industry is a $71 billion industry that has people doubting themselves and their bodies. These statistics tell me… Read more »

Life in the Fasting Lane

When I reviewed Jason Fung, MD’s The Obesity Code (2016), I commented that Dr. Fung taught me how not to eat.  Dr. Fung promotes fasting as a cornerstone of weight loss and overcoming obesity.  He also promotes a very low carbohydrate diet that is essential for burning off excess body fat. One of my patients,… Read more »

Should You Dermaplane?

With season in full bloom, many are looking for a quick facial treatment that delivers immediate rejuvenation with no down time. Dermaplaning can be the perfect choice. Widely practiced by dermatologists and plastic surgeons for more than 40 years, dermaplaning is a simple and safe treatment that leaves you with soft smooth skin and a… Read more »

Caring for a Loved One with Frontotemporal Dementia

Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) is a disease process characterized by progressive atrophy of several different areas of the brain, particularly the frontal and/or temporal lobes. These areas control executive functions such as decision-making, personality, social behavior and language. FTD affects an estimated 50,000 to 60,000 Americans and about 40% of people with FTD have a family… Read more »

Honoring Women Leaders Now and The Next Generation

Women Leaders Forum’s (WLF) 10th Annual Women Who Rule Awards & Scholarship Luncheon is set for Friday, May 5, at Agua Caliente Resort Casino in Rancho Mirage. KESQ News Channel 3’s Karen Devine will emcee the celebration of women across the Coachella Valley, specifically honoring three amazing leaders and the first-ever couple for their contributions… Read more »

Over Five Decades of New Beginnings

Since 1971, the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission (CVRM) has been providing those needing a safe refuge with food, clothing and secure shelter. Over the years, their programs have grown to include extensive counseling, job training and job placement services to help people end their cycle of homelessness.  On March 16, all are invited to celebrate… Read more »

Fan Favorites to Play Mission Hills

David Duval, Fred Couples, John Daly, Miguel Angel Jimenez, Corey Pavin, Bernhard Langer, Vijay Singh, Mark O’Meara – some of golf’s most prestigious and revered names – will take part in the inaugural Galleri Classic at Mission Hills Country Club March 22-26. Golf fans, who have spent a large portion of their lives rooting for… Read more »

GRACE: A Theatrical Ice Show

Some of figure skating’s top names are coming to Acrisure Arena’s Berger Foundation Iceplex for a spectacular performance of theater on ice Saturday, March 18 at 7pm. Olympic Champion Dorothy Hamill and two-time U.S. Olympic Team Member JoJo Starbuck will serve as hosts for Ice Dance International’s (IDI) “Grace,” performed by an ensemble of 10… Read more »

Let Food Be Thy Medicine

“Let food be thy medicine.” — Hippocrates, the father of medicine Facing today’s COVID, cold and flu outbreaks, our focus should be shifted to supporting the wonderfully complex immune system that protects us from foreign invaders. The best weapon against any disease is always prevention. To build that weapon, we need to feed our bodies… Read more »