Newsletter Archive
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Rich Roll and I get to the root of your “feel like crap”syndrome
If you’ve ever dipped a toe into the worlds of biohacking, veganism, or ultra-endurance sports, you know Rich Roll—the bestselling author and hugely popular podcaster. I know Rich from way back (before the wellness movement was a movement!) and I was so excited to catch up with him in LA this fall for a recent […] Read more
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My personal Thanksgiving menu
I don’t buy into the message that it’s either pleasure or health—especially when it comes to my Thanksgiving menu. This time of year is full of health fear-mongering—which isn’t totally unreasonable. The majority of the weight the average American gains over the course of a year happens during the holidays. And it starts this week; […] Read more
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How to reduce stress in 15-minutes
Just when I think I have it under control, I realize that I’ve overcommitted. I’m in the middle of teaching my live course on improving mind and gut health in real time, still recovering from the craziness of Halloween with three kids—the costumes, the sugar crashes, and the pressing question of how to get the […] Read more
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Are seed oils toxic to your health?
I recently posted something about my favorite healthy on-the-go snacks and was reminded by my amazing Instagram audience how confusing our modern (highly-processed) food landscape is. Especially when it comes to being able to easily spot what’s actually good for you and what’s not. You asked: Are seed oils toxic? The snack in question was BjornQorn […] Read more
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How to boost your immune system before it fails
I avoid illness at all costs. No one likes being sick (obviously) but I’m entering a particularly busy season—prepping for my first live course launching October 23, hitting the road to deliver a big keynote speech this fall, running things at Parsley Health, and managing back-to-school craziness with my three kids. I often feel like […] Read more
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What is your vaginal microbiome telling you?
I’ll never forget when I worked for Dr. Oz back in 2005 and he got a question on his radio show from a caller on douching (which, I would realize years later, was really a question about the vaginal microbiome). What he said would bring him attention for decades to come. Don’t douche! The vagina […] Read more
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Can processed & deli meats be healthy?
One of the healthiest things you can do for your body is pack your own lunch. And one of the easiest things to pack is a deli meat sandwich. But if you’ve been following the headlines on the dangers of ultra-processed foods, the idea of serving yourself (let alone your children) a sandwich packed with […] Read more
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Should you get a SIBO test?
There are two kinds of people in the world right now. Those who have never heard of SIBO, and those whose newest TikTok obsession revolves around it. In med school, I was in the former camp. Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) was never talked about. When I eventually learned about this gut health issue while […] Read more
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10 nutrient-dense snacks I pack on-the-go
I hear this all the time from patients: I was on the road and I kind of fell off the wagon when it came to eating healthy. I know what to eat but it was vacation / a work trip / was with my kids. I’m here seeing you because wow my skin flared / […] Read more
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Are you using the right EVOO?
Is your olive oil fake? I’ve been doubling down on my EVOO consumption (that’s extra virgin olive oil for those of you who spend less time grocery shopping than I do!) lately. The brain health and heart health benefits of olive oil are tremendous and well-documented. And more recent research has further convinced me that […] Read more
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Should you be taking peptides?
If you’re following the longevity trend, you’ve probably seen peptides making the news a lot lately, either touted as the future of regenerative medicine, promising to turn the tide on aging, or banned by the FDA. My patients and friends are pinging me and asking, what gives? I even had an investor reach out and […] Read more
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5 Summer Essentials I Can’t Live Without
It’s summer and this means I’m constantly throwing my go-to stack of protection from the elements in my bag or the stroller before I head out the door. I get asked all the time about my summer essentials—which sunscreens, lotions, bug sprays, hydration supplements, and other warm weather strategies I use to keep myself and […] Read more
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Randi Zuckerberg’s Astonishing Marathon Motivation Is the Inspiration I Needed
Randi Zuckerberg is a good friend of mine in NYC, a fellow mom of three, and someone I’ve always admired for her passion for theater and the arts, success as an entrepreneur, interview skills as a radio show host, and dedication as an investor—all while being a wonderful human. In a word, this woman is […] Read more
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How to balance cortisol levels to increase energy and lose weight
Earlier this week I read an article in the WSJ’s health section about how to balance cortisol levels. It barely skimmed the surface of what you need to know about the vital hormone that plays a role in everything from your energy to your ability to lose weight. I treat patients with cortisol-related health issues all […] Read more
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Brain, bones, booty: 3 things to take care of before you reach menopause.
Recently a friend came to see me as a patient at Parsley. She had just turned 40, finished breastfeeding her last child, and saw what appeared to be a light at the end of a very long tunnel. The light was the end of her fertility journey. She had spent the past five years consumed […] Read more
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The best diet for brain health?
New science on the impact of ultra-processed foods on our brains has been in the news a lot lately, so I’ve been thinking about the the best diet for brain health and the connection between food, mood, and the brain. Spoiler alert: your brain and your mood are directly impacted by your food choices (both […] Read more
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How Much Protein Should You Really Be Eating?
How much protein should you really be eating? Earlier this month, I went to a talk on muscle building and longevity where my friend Max Lugavere, a well-known podcaster, interviewed Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a functional medicine doctor whose focus is on bodybuilding and longevity. The talk was about how much protein we need to build […] Read more
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My personal lab test results—and what I’m doing about it…
Back in January I shared the list of blood tests I’d be running on myself to support my prevention and longevity goals. Then I got sidetracked with topics I really wanted to write about sooner—like statins and hormones—but I did do my bloodwork as promised. (FYI, if you’re also strapped for time, Quest has a […] Read more
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Should we put statins in the water?
Recently, I ran into my friend from medical school who is a prominent doctor. He said he believes statins should be prescribed en masse, for every American adult. Basically, “put it in the water” he said. My friend looked at me and said, do you agree? I am asked this question by patients all the […] Read more
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How to achieve optimal hormone balance, regardless of age
Hi everyone – It’s spring, and hormones are in the air in all the ways. This week I’m headed to the annual SXSW conference in Austin to speak at a couple of events, including one on AI and Women’s Health, and one on how to optimize hormones called Your Hormones Are In Your Hands 😀 […] Read more
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It’s raining men(opause)
Hi everyone, Menopause is a hot topic lately, with Oprah hosting town halls with celebrities on the topic in addition to a slew of new menopause startups having just raised $530M in the past few years. Andropause isn’t far behind – testosterone startups like Hone Health, Ro and others are also on the rise, lifted […] Read more
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Should you get a full body MRI?
Hi there, Prevention is everything when it comes to health, which is why I got a full body MRI with Ezra last week, one of the many companies offering elective MRI’s direct-to-consumer that you may have seen peppering your social media feed. I was proud of myself for doing it. As someone with claustrophobia, I […] Read more
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How to prevent cancer at younger ages
Hi everyone – The alarming rise of cancer rates in younger populations is occupying a lot of space in my head these days. Today, I talk about why that is, what we can do to prevent it and how to reverse course. The Wall Street Journal reported last week that in the US, despite an […] Read more
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Neuroplasticity and the “New Year, New You” Craze
Hi everyone – Happy 2024! There’s something special about entering a new year. It might seem arbitrary to mark a new beginning on a calendar, but I find joy in the collective spirit of starting afresh. Life, after all, is a series of new beginnings. In my last newsletter, I delved into why we often […] Read more
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You booze, you lose?
Hi everyone – The holiday season is in full swing, and I have events almost every night of the week leading up to the holiday break, and then again through New Year’s. Booze, as I’m sure you can relate, is everywhere. Despite recent news indicating that the share of Americans who choose to drink is […] Read more
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Loooongevity: Which Treatments & Therapeutics Actually Work?
Hi everyone – I hope you had a great Thanksgiving. Mine was spent at home in Brooklyn, cooking a largely gluten-free, dairy-free meal with my husband for our kids and parents, and having some much needed downtime. If you went somewhere fantastic or braved the holiday travel crush – I salute you..and have zero FOMO. […] Read more
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All your questions answered about Ozempic and GLP-1s
Hi everyone – Should I take Ozempic? Does the weight come back? What exactly are GLP-1s? I’m getting these questions a lot these days, from patients, from friends, and in DM’s from followers, so I decided to put my answers in one place and share them here. Also hi again – it’s been a minute […] Read more