When eating protein becomes deadly

    Published On: October 1, 2017By 4 min read

    Writer: Joy Stephenson-Laws Fitness fanatics, crash-dieters may want to test for urea cycle disorder. Meegan Hefford was a 25-year-old bodybuilder competitor and mother of two. She seemed to be the [...]

    Where do you get your health information?

    Published On: October 1, 2017By 4.3 min read

    Writer: Richard T. Bosshardt, M.D., FACS In this technologic age, doctors remain the best source of medical advice. What should I eat? What supplements should I take? How much exercise [...]

    Increase workplace wellness to decrease workplace violence

    Published On: October 1, 2017By 3.6 min read

    Joy Stephenson-Laws, JD The recent killings in Orlando of five people by a disgruntled former employee is a tragic reminder that workplace violence remains a real and increasing threat to [...]

    Super Simple Salmon

    Published On: October 1, 2017By 0.4 min read

    Ingredients: 4 (4-6oz) Pieces of Wild Caught Salmon 4 tsps. Dill ½ Fresh Lemon 1 tbs Olive Oil Pepper Salt Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Place salmon on either [...]

    Small amounts but necessary

    Published On: October 1, 2017By 4.2 min read

    Writer: Franz Gliederer, MD, MPH, and Joy Stephenson-Laws, JD (Proactive Health Labs) Don’t overlook trace minerals. Like vitamins, minerals are nutrients you receive from food to nourish your body. There [...]

    The top 20 Health and Wellness Professionals

    Published On: September 1, 2017By 9.7 min read

    No. 1: Dr. Richard T. Bosshardt Plastic surgeon Passion: I love the artistic and technical challenges of plastic surgery. While many operations in other specialties are “lifesaving,” many in my [...]

    ABCs of health

    Published On: September 1, 2017By 3.7 min read

    The simple basics may lead to a better you. Staying as healthy as you can is not rocket science. No, you cannot avoid medical issues, illnesses, and accidents indefinitely, but [...]

    Dilly Tuna Stuffed Bell Pepper

    Published On: September 1, 2017By 0.6 min read

    Ingredients: 4 red, orange, or yellow bell peppers Coconut, avocado, or grapeseed oil 4 4-oz. cans/bags of tuna Dill weed Mayo Dijon mustard Paprika Directions:  Heat oven to 375 degrees. [...]

    Medical facts you probably didn’t know

    Published On: August 1, 2017By 4.3 min read

    Writer: Richard T. Bosshardt, MD, FACS   If you get painful canker sores in your mouth frequently, there is a simple, effective solution: avoid sodium laurel sulfate (SLS). This is [...]

    Think inside the lunchbox

    Published On: August 1, 2017By 7.2 min read

    It’s time to make your kids hungrier for healthy food options. Writer: James Combs This month, the sound of that infamous school bell rings in the start of another school [...]

    Paleo risotto

    Published On: August 1, 2017By 0.5 min read

    ingredients 3 bags of riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen) 1 8 oz. package portobello mushrooms (sliced) ½ lb. bacon cut into small pieces ½ cup chicken broth or stock Minced [...]

    Your genes are not your health destiny

    Published On: August 1, 2017By 4.2 min read

    Writer: Joy Stephenson-Laws, JD Insight into my DNA was made possible by personal genomics. Now, I am able to know whether I have cancer-causing genes or other alterations in my [...]

    Why bunny slippers help with summer weight loss

    Published On: August 1, 2017By 2.8 min read

    Writer: Susan Peirce Thompson, Ph.D. Fun in the hot sun, cool water, and...bunny slippers? Isn’t that what summer is all about? Well, you probably don’t associate bunny slippers with summer, [...]

    A spoonful of change

    Published On: July 1, 2017By 5.9 min read

    Writer: James Combs When it comes to looking and feeling your best from the inside out, nutrition is a key ingredient. You may have glowing skin, healthy hair, strong nails, [...]

    Move your body

    Published On: July 1, 2017By 4.9 min read

    Writer: Leigh Neely photos: Fred Lopez Exercise doesn’t have to be a regimen at a gym—maybe you just need to move more during your busy day. Exercise is anything that [...]