The Fall Equinox

Fall is here! The long warm days are almost gone (except for in So. Cal where I’m still sweating!  It was 99° today!).  My fortunate friends and relatives on the East coast will soon be enjoying the brilliant colors of autumn, and eventually, even here,...

Anti-Oxidants on the Red Carpet

In last night’s Emmy goody bag, along with the Nano Ipods and Container Store gift certificates, attendants received some healthy party favors as well.  Among them, Chews4Health Chewable Dietary Supplements were included.  Each tasty chewable tablet contains 16...

America’s On the Move Week

It looks like everyone is trying to play a roll in getting America healthy. The YMCA has declared this week (September 20-27) America on the Move Week.  Their goal is to help communities add small but meaningful changes to their lives and incorporate activities in...

My Yoga Practice

Eight months ago a friend told me he joined a great new yoga studio nearby my office. They were having a deal: $389 unlimited classes for one year! It sounded too good to be true. My first reaction was to run over and sign up. Then the “buts” and...

A New Tax on Sugary Beverages?

The New England Journal of Medicine published a health policy report yesterday, discussing the benefits of higher taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages.  The authors of this proposal, all respected doctors and PhD’s, suggest that because “the consumption of...