I am delighted to be joining Lauren and her team at Desert Health and also getting to know you, our wonderful readers! While the UK is my primary home, my work has brought me to the desert for many years and I have fallen in love with its landscape and tranquillity. But it is you,… Read more »
In a world saturated with complex health solutions, it’s easy to forget that some of the most powerful tools for healing have been within reach all along: the food we eat, the way we move, the quality of our sleep and the presence we bring to each day. This reality is being demonstrated every day… Read more »
Longevity is one of the fastest growing industries globally with theories and recommendations coming at us in warped speed. Peter Diamandis, MD’s Longevity Guidebook is a wild ride through the current science of extending our lifespan. The book opens with the question, “Has the first person who will live to 150 already been born?” and… Read more »
For nearly 40 years, Variety Children’s Charity of the Desert has provided programs and services in support of the health, mobility, independence and social inclusion of special needs kids, also providing assistance in underserved communities in the Coachella Valley. Variety has now expanded these programs and services beyond its Palm Desert headquarters to two additional… Read more »
As an anesthesiologist who has used ketamine in the operating room for years, I’ve watched with great interest—and no small amount of hope—as this powerful medication finds new footing in the world of mental health care. What started as a staple in surgical and emergency settings is now showing real promise as a treatment for… Read more »
In recent years more people have reported experiencing profound inner shifts—heightened intuition, deeper emotional sensitivity and a pull toward a greater sense of purpose. This phenomenon can be referred to as a personal or spiritual awakening—a period of personal transformation that expands awareness and invites individuals to reconnect with their most authentic selves. But what… Read more »
Good things happen in your body when you do not eat. Circadian code research shows that we spend 12 hours digesting and processing what we eat for a day. After 12 hours, we start burning fat for energy and releasing ketone bodies that have a number of health benefits. One of those benefits is to… Read more »
Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of meeting Monica Price, a business leader, broadcaster, writer and wellness expert from the United Kingdom. Price is a go-to health and wellbeing advisor for the BBC, ITV, Sky News, GB News, XPTV1, TalkTV and Times Radio, and a regular contributor to Great BritishLife magazines. She advocates for… Read more »
As many readers know, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018. Following extensive research, I chose to do cryoablation (cry-o-a-blay-shun), a minimally invasive procedure which freezes the tumor and was in clinical trials at City of Hope at the time. The therapy was successful for me and others, but with COVID, many facilities stopped… Read more »
I want you to think differently about body fat. The biology of how body fat forms is simple: Carbohydrates are rapid-energy foods, but consuming more than we use for energy triggers insulin to form body fat. So, it’s important to understand that consuming fat from foods like nuts, seeds, eggs and cheese does not make… Read more »
The vast array of books on healthy foods, latest diets and proper habits can be overwhelming. They all seem to say something different and it’s hard to know which recommendations are right for you. What if you could hire a doctor to read them all and provide you with the best recommendations specific to your… Read more »
The world feels different lately, doesn’t it? People are talking about rapid change, heightened emotions and a growing sense that something profound is happening — both within and around us. This conversation, particularly vibrant in spiritual communities, often centers around a concept known as the Earth’s frequency shift. Some call it a journey toward the… Read more »
When was the last time you prepared food for a loved one? Whether it was the favorite dish of a child returning home from college, fresh groceries and soup for a sick friend, or a celebratory feast to mark the new year, food is at the heart of relationships. It is a focal point when… Read more »
A well-executed golf swing is a seamless combination of precision and poise, and one of the most powerful states of flow one can experience. Yet, for many, this joy is cut short by an all-too-common adversary: back pain. Protecting the spine is vital to staying on course. A golfer’s spine is the engine behind their… Read more »
Actively taking care of your mental health is an essential part of overall well-being, influencing how we think, feel and function in daily life. In the United States, nearly 20% of adults experience some form of mental illness each year, including depression, anxiety and mood disorders. Fortunately, the need to address, accept and better understand… Read more »
Joint and spine ailments can severely limit mobility and diminish quality of life, especially as we age. Treatment options for conditions like chronic knee pain and spinal discomfort have traditionally been medications to manage pain and surgical procedures. Unfortunately, these treatments often do not result in the desired improvement in pain and mobility. Today, regenerative… Read more »
Hair loss is a common and challenging condition affecting millions worldwide. Hair loss is often associated with aging, however, other factors including genetics, hormonal changes, stress and illness can contribute to hair loss at any age. The condition can occur in stages and result in different types of hair thinning and baldness. The impact of… Read more »
More and more people are discovering means for overcoming cancer against dire medical prognoses. For some, the words “get your affairs in order” are mentally the beginning of the end, while others find the recommendation tremendously motivating. Factors that contribute to the final outcome vary, and there is certainly no one-size-fits-all. However, those who… Read more »
Regenerative medicine is a transformative field focused on repairing, replacing and regenerating damaged tissues and organs by harnessing the body’s natural healing processes. Since 2024, this term has become increasingly popular as more people seek holistic and less invasive alternatives to traditional medical treatments. As a physician with over 20 years of experience in internal… Read more »
Dr. van Tulleken’s Ultra-Processed People Chris van Tulleken, MD, PhD is an infectious diseases physician at the Hospital for Tropical Diseases in London. He trained at Oxford and has a PhD in molecular virology from University College London. He is best known in England for his interest in food science and the harms caused by… Read more »