by Dr. Veronica | May 5, 2015 | ARTICLES, Nutrition and Wellness
In the traditional American diet, fennel makes a rare appearance as a slightly sweet and crunchy spice that adds amazing flavor to pasta, salads, and gourmet pizza. Despite its sporadic presence on our plates, Foeniculum vulgare as it is called in scientific circles,...
by Dr. Veronica | Apr 22, 2015 | ARTICLES, Self Esteem, Depression
Xanax, Valium, Ativan…these are just some of the many benzodiazepines doctors prescribe to their patients who are suffering from the effects of stress and anxiety. Other times, they may blame the anxiety on a depressive disorder and prescribe Prozac, Cymbalta, or any...
by Dr. Veronica | Apr 21, 2015 | ARTICLES, Nutrition and Wellness
Spring is arguably the most joyful of seasons. As we put the winter chills to rest and prepare for lazy days in the sun, there is nothing more refreshing that taking in a deep breath of fresh air – unless, that is, you are one of the nearly 18 million Americans who...
by Dr. Veronica | Apr 17, 2015 | ARTICLES, Nutrition and Wellness
On April 20-21, 2015, the FDA held a public hearing about changing the way it regulates homeopathic medications. Many homeopaths feared that this hearing would be the first step toward banning homeopathic medications in the United States. As someone who strongly...
by Dr. Veronica | Apr 17, 2015 | ARTICLES, Weight Management and Nutrition
Many clients who turn to me for spiritual healing arrive complaining of problems with weight gain and insomnia. What they do not realize is that the two are related, and often the underlying cause is a hormonal imbalance. Our bodies produce a number of different...
by Dr. Veronica | Apr 16, 2015 | ARTICLES, Uncategorized
Few things are more disheartening than having a bulging belly that it seems no amount of dieting or exercise can effectively reduce. This is a common problem men and women of all ages and nationalities face, particularly those entering middle-age. It may be affecting...