Author: Health Solutions

Several patients ask me about the best diet for longevity and often expect a simple answer: Mediterranean, ketogenic, plant-based, or something else entirely. The truth is more nuanced. In obesity medicine and metabolic health, longevity is not determined by a “perfect” diet, but rather by sustainable eating habits that support metabolic health, muscle maintenance and long-term disease prevention. The longevity diet concept focuses on nutrient-dense foods, balanced macronutrients, and metabolic stability to help you live not only longer, but healthier lives. What is the Longevity Diet? It is a nutritional approach that focuses on foods that support metabolic health, reduce…

These easy enchiladas with rotisserie chicken are great for meal prep and are always a family favorite! Hi friends! Have you ever craved enchiladas but are intimated by the recipe process? I feel ya. Enchiladas seem like they would be a lot of work, but take my word for it, they can be quite easy to throw together with a few shortcuts. It’s one of my go-to crowdpleaser family meals; the girls go wild for them. These enchiladas with rotisserie chicken are my go-to for weekend meal prep. I make a large tray or two that can be stored in…

After reading my article on nebulizing glutathione and hydrogen peroxide, one of my readers asked this question: “How exactly would potassium iodine kill you? Nascent iodine is potassium iodide.” Well this seemingly simple question set me off on a half-day research binge! Let’s first seek to clarify the different types of Iodine. Lugol’s vs. Nascent vs. Potassium Iodide Lugol’s solution was first produced by a French physician, Jean Lugol, in 1829. It contains 1 part elemental iodine and 2 parts potassium iodide. In fact, the FDA will even tell you how to make it yourself. What exactly is Nascent Iodine?…

We’re sharing a quick, easy and super delicious ceviche recipe where you actually cook the shrimp but keep the perfect texture. This recipe is ideal for spring or summer BBQs or dinner parties! Hello friends! How are you doing? I hope your week starts off great. I’m still working on my Disney cruise recap post – should be out on Wednesday! – but for today I wanted to share with you a DELICIOUS recipe for a healthy appetizer: Ceviche!! Ceviche is a classic and particularly delicious in summer. I don’t make it at home often, but my friend Kathryn brought…

I don’t know about you, but my belly just LOVES root vegetables this winter! I’ve already given you the recipes for my beef stew and my vegan stew (also great). This recipe is a fantastic lamb stew that is gentle on the intestines and nourishes with beneficial root vegetables. Dice everything into small cubes and cook for a long time to increase the digestibility enormously. This stew FEELS so good for the body that I even served it at a dinner party – with toasted buttered bread for dunking – and there wasn’t even a spoonful of it left in…