I love fruit. When picked at peak ripeness, it is delicious, and by some struck of divine luck, is also really good for our health. Whether talking of an uncommon fruit, like our arctic kiwi-berries pictured here, or the common apple, fruits are a perfect package of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytochemicals, fiber, and water. TheyContinue reading “Growing For Life: October 2024”
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How To Prevent Dementia
Like many of us, our family has a history of Alzheimer dementia. It’s not a surprise, as dementia is common, and 60-80% of dementia is due to Alzheimer disease. I personally would like to live not just a long life, but a full life where I recognize my loved ones until the day I die.Continue reading “How To Prevent Dementia”
A Great Lecture
I just finished watching the amazing Dr. Michael Greger’s 2015 lecture on Food As Medicine. In the presentation (linked below) he takes a close look at some of the health conditions Americans fear most, and how they can be addressed by diet and lifestyle changes. Afraid of cancer (01:35)? You’re not alone. But the goodContinue reading “A Great Lecture”
Jeffrey M Pierce, MD 