To say that we are going through unprecedented tough times might be an understatement. And this time, the whole world is keeping us company. Yes, we are all stressed to some degree or another. But how we handle our stress can have a big influence on how we get through the current crises and stay [...]
Stress is a subject that I write about from time to time because I see all too often the damage it does to our health and well-being. I see it from clients and I see it with friends. And we happen to live in a society where the demands made upon us are unreasonable. Whether [...]
We are in the thick of it now. It’s that time of year when the seasonal stressors can take their toll if we allow them to. It’s the Purim-Pesach season. This means all the Purim preparations-- arranging a Purim Seuda, buying everything you need, preparing and delivering your Meshloach Manos -- and the second Purim [...]
With today's societal demands, there is no shortage of stressors in our daily lives. We deal with so many issues such as health, education, relationshps, finances, and more. Sometimes when things are stressful, we go for a walk, jog or swim and come back feeling calm and better equipped to deal with the issues at [...]
Baruch recently came to see me to talk about an exercise program. Baruch isn’t overweight-not at all. However he had been “foggy” for an extended period of time and was having digestive issues—all due to stress. But he had read an article about how exercise can help and wanted to hear what I had to [...]
With today's societal demands, there is no shortage of stressors in our daily lives. We deal with so many issues such as health, education, relationships, finances, and more. Sometimes when things are stressful, we go for a walk, jog or swim and come back feeling calm and better equipped to deal with the issues at [...]
The benefits of exercise and good nutrition are certainly well known. Balanced, consistent exercise and healthful eating can lead to a better quality of life. Some recent research indicates that exercise is also great for your brain, especially in avoiding and curing depression. Have you ever noticed how much better you feel about life after a [...]
In Gut Check! part 1 (http://wp.me/p4wldG-H) I talked about the 41 million people in the US alone who visit their doctor for GI issues. Do you suffer from unexplained stomach aches? Lactose Intolerance Someone who is lactose Intolerant doesn’t necessarily have to give up milk products entirely. Different people have different levels of tolerance for [...]
