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The Flu Vaccine, And If You Should Take It

The Flu Vaccine, And If You Should Take It

There is always an argument for, and against, the flu vaccine. But it is usually never so simple as there are other factors to weigh.

...Together, we look at the risk factors to exposure of the flu like where my patients work, their age, and their overall health status to determine what is best for them. Usually, my gut instinct is to not vaccinate, but I have to evaluate what is best for each one of my patients...

Propionate Is Not A Weight Loss Magic Bullet

Propionate Is Not A Weight Loss Magic Bullet

Recent research suggests that propionate, found in your intestinal tract, could help with weight loss, but it may not be the magic bullet that some would want it to be.

...It was seen that the people given propionate before the meal ate 14% less than those given insulin... To me, the change that people got was very minimal. And, because small sample groups were used, it makes me question to what degree this product is really helping...

Back In The News: BPA

Back In The News: BPA

A new study on the short term effects of BPA is quite revealing.

...Two hours after drinking the soy milk in the above containers, blood pressures readings were taken as were the urinary BPA levels. Urinary output of BPA rose by up to 1,600% in canned soy milk drinkers in comparison to the glass soy milk drinkers...

The Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean Diet

We should take a closer look at our foods ratios, and not just the proportions.

...the Standard American Diet (SAD) is not the diet that we want to follow. The SAD diet is about 50% carbohydrates, 15% protein and 35% fat. Most of the fat eaten by Americans is high in saturated fats, and is also low in the omega 3s...

A Healthier Thanksgiving...

A Healthier Thanksgiving...

Planning your Thanksgiving meal means more than just choosing the high calorie ingredients.

With Thanksgiving next week, many of us are finalizing our meal plans. Often this meal will contain more fat, sugar, salt, and other ingredients that we often limit on a daily basis. Why sabotage your healthy diet just for this one meal?...

Strawberries, And Pesticides

Strawberries, And Pesticides

So, what do you think we really know about pesticide use in California?

...One last surprising statement from the article was, “even though strawberries take up less than 1 percent of the total farmland in California, they account for at least 8 percent of pesticides used in the state...”

Out Of Office Schedule

Dr. Larrow's upcoming out-of-office schedule for the end of November.

Starting Saturday the 22nd of November until Sunday the 30th of November, Dr. Larrow will be on vacation. She will also be in-and-out of town during this stretch of time so unfortunately no appointments can be scheduled for this time period. Also, please remember to contact us about any refills you might need ahead of time so that we can help you...

Veterans Day

Veterans Day

Remember to tell the veteran in your life how much you appreciate their service. Today, and everyday.

Please perform a moment of silence today to honor and remember those who are serving, have served, and those who have served and died for our great country.

The Adrenal Stress Index Test

The Adrenal Stress Index Test

My preferred method of testing your adrenals.

I try to come up with blog ideas based on the questions that I have been getting in my practice, or talk about certain organ systems that have been my focus for several patients that week. Lately, I have been passing out adrenal testing kits like they are candy...