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August 5, 2014

Toxins in Your Tissues Can Ruin Your Health

I saw a patient the other day who complained of feeling tired all the time. He also said he was getting sick more lately and even when he was well he didn’t really feel good. I suspected immediately that he was suffering from an overworked liver. The symptoms of an overworked liver mimic many other conditions. Thyroid problems, autoimmune disorders, hormone imbalances, and chronic diseases all have similar symptoms, especially in the early stages. Once, I had ruled these out, I was certain the problem lay with the liver. Liver exhaustion leads to a build up of toxins in your […]

August 4, 2014

Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

Fortified Foods In Moderation Add Nutrition

In our tough economy, my patients frequently ask me how they can keep their nutrition up and their food costs down especially when it seems that the healthiest foods are the most expensive.

August 2, 2014

Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

How Probiotics Help Create Healthy Skin

If you came into my office and asked me how you could create healthier, younger-looking skin, one of the things I would ask you about is your intestinal health. You may wonder what the connection is and this is what I’d tell you. Beautiful Skin Reflects A Healthy Gut – Probiotics Can Help Your skin needs a lot of things to stay healthy and look its best. It needs adequate water to stay hydrated and prevent sagging, careful cleansing and moisturizing, some sun protection, a nutrient-rich diet, and adequate sleep. Dull, unhealthy looking skin makes you look much older. What […]

July 29, 2014

Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

How To Build Muscles With Food

Many of my over-40 male patients are concerned that they are losing muscle mass and ask me if there are any special exercises they can do to keep their muscles strong. Yes, there are many strength and muscle mass-building methods that can be done in a gym, or at home, with specific weight training. In addition, one of the first things I tell my patients about maintaining and building muscle mass is to spend a little time in the kitchen! No, not weight training with the appliances, rather, spending some time preparing the correct type of foods that will help you […]

July 22, 2014

Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

Prevent Retinal Damage with Coffee

If you love coffee like I do, you wouldn’t think of starting your day without a cup or two of your favorite coffee. Like me, it helps your brain wake up, helps you think more clearly, and helps you get on your way for the day. But did you know that drinking coffee regularly has another really important benefit – especially as you get older? As amazing as that sounds, a recent study out of Cornell University proved it to be true. Researchers found that drinking a daily cup of coffee can help prevent vision damage, especially the type that […]

July 15, 2014

Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

Surprising Benefits Of Aloe Vera

For those won’t haven’t heard of Aloe Vera before, this is one plant that you should definitely take interest in. Recently there has been lots of breaking news on this so-called miracle plant—and for some very good reasons. It’s possible that you’ve seen tubes of its gel at the drugstore, or maybe it’s even growing in your yard. Aloe has been commonly used in the past to soothe sun-burned skin…but did you know that it has many other health benefits? About Aloe Vera The aloe vera plant is a very old species, which probably originated in North Africa. It has been used […]

July 14, 2014

Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

Natural Acid Found In Apple Peels Prevents Muscle Loss

One of the concerning issues faced by people over-age 50 is the gradual loss of muscle mass that starts to speed up past this age. The big medical term for this muscle mass loss is sarcopenia and it only gets worse if you don’t take measures to fight it. One of these measures is a naturally occurring acid that I’d like to tell you about. Causes of Muscle Loss Did you know that people over the age of 30 begin to lose muscle mass? They can lose between 3% and 5% per decade. It speeds up after age 50 and people can lose between […]

July 8, 2014

Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

Make That Elephant On Your Chest Go Away

Bloating, burping, sour taste in your mouth, and stomach or chest pains, these are some of the frequent complaints that bring patients to my office. If you are one of the approximately 60 million Americans who suffer from heartburn, you’ll know what I’m talking about. The horrible burning sensation in the middle of your chest is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). It occurs when hydrochloric acid backs up into your esophagus, which is the tube between your mouth and stomach. Don’t ignore your symptoms of GERD. If they last more than two weeks, you should see your doctor. Left untreated, GERD […]

July 8, 2014

Published by Dr. Mark Rosenberg

Smell This and Boost Your Memory

If you’re having problems with those senior moment memory glitches, wouldn’t it be great if you could just smell something regularly to improve them? Well, with the results of new research out of Wales, you may be able to do just that. I’d like to share with you the findings of that research using an ancient, common spice believed to boost memory. Just by smelling it… Rosemary: Just The Smell of it Boosts Your Memory A few decades ago, aromatherapy became the big thing on the New Age, natural health scene. Practitioners were having their clients diffuse essential oils and […]