Epigenetics

by drspar | All, Anti-Aging

If you think genetic predisposition means certain conditions are inevitable, think again. Far from being at the mercy of your genes, you can affect which ones are turned on and off—not just in yourself but in your children and grandchildren—through lifestyle choices...

The Intermittent Fasting Diet: Know the Facts and if You Should Try It

by drspar | All, Fitness & Nutrition

Have you heard people talking about intermittent fasting? Fasting involves organizing your eating into a schedule of extended periods without food consumption punctuated by smaller windows where you’re allowed to eat, and proponents claim it can help you lose weight,...

The Power of Positive Thinking and Your Health

by drspar | All, Mental Performance

When Norman Vincent Peale published The Power of Positive Thinking in 1952, the idea that you could improve the quality of your life by simply having a good attitude was a novel one. Although many were skeptical, the book became a bestseller, and people are still...

One Week Stress Management Plan

by drspar | All, Energy & Stress

Stress. Between struggling to meet work and family demands and worrying about the state of the world, most of us deal with it occasionally. But what if it’s relentless? As I explain here, the persistent exposure to stress over a long period of time is known as chronic...

Healthy(ish) Drinks for Your Winter Party

by drspar | All, Fitness & Nutrition

My healthy alcohol options for the holidays blog post was so popular, I decided to share some other healthy-ish options for those of you continuing to celebrate into the new year. Whether you’re doing apres-ski or hosting an Oscar party, entertaining doesn’t mean you...

How to Stay Healthy Over the Holidays

by drspar | All, Fitness & Nutrition

The holiday season is upon us, and while it can be a happy time shared with family and friends, it can also be incredibly stressful—not to mention hard on your waistline. In a 2016 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the weight of American...