September is self-care awareness month which means it is the perfect time of year to focus on yourself. Take the time to remind yourself that self-care is an essential part of living a healthy and happy lifestyle. What you need to do to put yourself in a healthy mental state has no bounds and no [...]
Constant snoring can be the first tell-tale sign of some major health issues. As a habitual snorer, you not only lower the quality of your own sleep but by those that surround you as well. Snoring is caused by the obstruction of airflow when sleeping. If you’re worried about your snoring habits, call the Integrated [...]
Maintaining a healthy body weight can keep you feeling your best and can help prevent a variety of health issues. Although keeping up with a healthy lifestyle and weight can eventually become difficult, at ICCLI, a functional medicine doctor on Long Island can help you get back on track with your weight loss journey! [...]
Red meat is a common staple of diets, especially during summer bbq season. But what many don’t realize is that upwards of 20% of the population may have undiagnosed allergies to red meat. The symptoms of this allergy may be minute enough to go undetected for years on end. Unfortunately, serious side effects can come [...]
Summer should be a time for fun and relaxation. With longer days and warmer weather, there is more time to do the things you want to do. However, with summer can come an increase in “cheat days” on your weight loss journey. One or two is fine, but too many could curtail all the progress [...]
No matter how much we try and fight it, aging is inevitable. Eventually, you will start to find yourself having less energy and being unable to do things that you used to do. You are beginning to find new changes throughout your body and it seems as if there is no way to control this [...]
Importance of Omega-3s Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial for your body to function. Omega-3s are needed for cell membranes and are essential for creating hormones that regulate blood clotting. The body cannot produce omega-3s on its own, so it is important to take supplements or eat foods that are high in omega-3 fatty acids. To [...]
The paleo diet and veganism are two popular lifestyles today. Mark Hyman M.D. introduced his idea of the “pegan” diet, a new eating pattern which combines the benefits of both diets. A functional medicine doctor on Long Island like Dr. Regina Druz at Holistic Heart Centers can help provide more information on the benefits of [...]
Emotional eating can have a negative effect on the body and the mind. There are many psychological factors associated with the development of these disorders however with the assistance of a nutritionist on your wellness team, you will be setting yourself up for a lifetime of success. If you are looking for a holistic nutritionist [...]
Many people exercise to clear their head, tone their body, or as a form of socialization. These are great reasons to get up and get active, but there are other reasons why you should exercise daily. Studies have shown the body reaps many benefits of exercise including biological benefits. Below is a list of areas [...]
