Recently, I've been investigating the possibility of autoimmune reactions (where your body's immune system attacks your body instead of germs) as a cause of some difficult to treat problems in my patients. In particular, I've been looking at patients with chronic thyroid problems, patients who have been on synthroid or armor thyroid hormone replacement products [...]

As you may know, Karen, Valerie and I are long-time practitioners of Tai Chi Chuan (TCC). TCC is an ancient martial art from China. When practiced properly, it encompasses moving meditation, gentle physical exercise, Chi Kung (energizing), Taoist philosophy and self defense. There are many benefits to TCC. It develops strong legs as well as [...]

Well, the holidays are over with all the parties and special treats. I hope your holidays were wonderful and (at least reasonably) healthy! We're starting a New Year in many ways. Not just 2009 but with a new, very different, president and new challenges both as a nation and individually. This is traditionally a time [...]

Well, the holidays are over with all the parties and special treats. I hope your holidays were wonderful and (at least reasonably) healthy! We're starting an New Year in many ways. Not just 2009 but with a new, very different, president and new challenges both as a nation and individually. This is traditionally a time [...]

This year has seen some of the most severe Winter weather and, not surprisingly, the worst cold and flu season we've had for a long time. I thought everyone could use some tips to help stay healthy or recover faster if you are already sick. First, a big part of the problem is the extreme [...]

As a result of many requests from my patients, I have decided to start a series of newsletters on diet and nutrition. This is an extremely large subject which I don't expect to be able to cover fully in a series, let alone a single newsletter. What I'd like to do in this series is [...]

What do swollen ankles, swollen glands, tonsillitis, sore throats, anemic conditions, low energy, fat digestion problems, poor healing of cuts, pneumonia and low resistance to disease have in common? These common health problems may seem unrelated but they can all be symptoms of a blockage in lymph flow known in Applied Kinesiology (A.K.) as "lymphatic [...]

Have you ever experienced a severe band of pain across your lower back or neck? Have you ever hurt your back, knee, ankle, elbow, etc. badly for no apparent reason? If so, you may have been a victim of "success syndrome". Success Syndrome is a term used in Applied Kinesiology to describe a situation of [...]

I'm very excited about a new book by my long time friend and colleague, Dr Bob Blaich. He's a diplomate like me and a former chairman of the International College of Applied Kinesiology. His book, "Your Inner Pharmacy" is all about how your body works, how Applied Kinesiology (AK) works and how to get your [...]