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I am extremely proud to chair this important program at The Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. Anthony B. Iton, M.D., J.D., MPH, Senior Vice President of Healthy Communities, The California Endowment; Former Director and County Health Officer, Alameda County Public...

Things seem to be going to hell in a handbasket, as my mother used to say. Protests (for excellent reasons), derision and negativity on so many fronts. I see that many people want to do something to help but are stymied as to what that would be. I was one of them...

I am chairing this program at The Commonwealth Club next month. Here are the details and registration information. I'll see you there! Akil Palanisamy, M.D., Author, The Paleovedic Diet: A Complete Program to Burn Fat, Increase Energy, and Reverse Disease In this...

"Once you label me, you negate me." - Soren Kierkegaard" I heard this quote this morning as I was sipping my morning tea, and at first blush, I agreed. I looked it up (naturally, I needed to find out more) and found that most agree it's a bit of a dilution from the...

Being of service can make for a healthier, happier life, for both the giver and receiver. A life of service makes for a life full of purpose. “The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.” ~Oscar Wilde “Volunteering is the ultimate exercise...

Yes, it's that time of year! My annual 52 Ways to be Healthier. This year I have a bonus #53. Don't miss it as it's so important. Something about the first day of a new year makes us feel hopeful, like we have the opportunity for a fresh start. We all know everyday...

So delicious! Try steamed kale with soft-boiled eggs with sauteed chanterelle mushrooms with a sprinkle of fresh thyme. Easy, delicious and so healthy!

Gluten Free Gingersnaps 24 cookies 1 cup almond flour 1 cup tapioca flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 ½ teaspoons  ground ginger 1 teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon cloves ½ teaspoon nutmeg ½ cup unsalted butter preferably from pasture-raised cows, room...

It's been an intense week for most people with a contentious election cycle that left many people out of sorts. What do you do to decompress? More many it's the healing power of nature. For me it's a nice hike with my dogs- in the woods or along the beach-but just...

I am proud to call Dr. Len Saputo a colleague and friend. He sent me the below and agreed that I could post it.   THE TRAGEDY OF AMERICAN HEALTHCARE Len Saputo, MD Introduction: The New Terrain of American Health Care Over the past 25 years the practice of...

This is a beautiful main dish that I learned to make in Italy. There were not very specific instructions, but I'll give you the gist. The teacher used a pheasant, but if you don't have one handy, use chicken. Her meat was poached, but I prefered roasted chicken. So......

There is only so much cognitive dissonance a mind can take before it picks a side. Our actions and beliefs need to align or there is a feeling- a sense- of unease. I believe in the unknowable, the intrinsic, and much of my work is science-based. ‘Follow the science’...

Another breakfast idea. I really liked it. A couple days ago I pureed a Crane melon and froze it in ice cubes trays to add to my mineral water, but I also throw them in smoothies. This morning, I put 3 melon ice cubes in my Vitamix with a handful of kale and a splash...

It's so much fun teaching a bunch of thirteen year-old girls at a birthday party! The request by the birthday girl was to learn to make homemade pasta, and ice cream sandwiches. The birthday girl didn't consume dairy as she was aware that dairy made her allergies...

Balancing Flavors The correct seasonings for any dish will enhance the flavor of the food and not compete or overpower. When I teach cooking classes I find that seasoning and balancing flavors are what most people struggle with. If you’re not careful everything on...

Three programs on children's health in a row with three incredible women leading the charge. How to Have a Holistic, Healthy, Happy Home: Solutions for Parents of Kids with Challenges Jun 23 2016 - 12:00pm Beth Greer, Award-winning Journalist; Environmental Health...

Nancy E. Easton, Co-Founder/Executive Director, Wellness in the Schools is coming to The Commonwealth Club in June to discuss healthy lunches, and much more, in our nation's schools. If you're an educator, parent, or anyone interested in our kid's health, join me!...

I'm sure you've all heard of the incredible non-profit, No Kid Hungry/Share Our Strength. Join me at The Commonwealth Club in San Francisco in June to hear co-founder, Debbie Shore speak about what they do. Childhood hunger is a problem that threatens an entire...

Almost everyone has heard of anti-histamine, but do you know what histamine is? Histamine is a chemical neurotransmitter that is released by cells in response to injury and in allergic and inflammatory reactions. Histamine is synthesized from histidine (an amino acid)...

Breakfast is an easy way to add more vegetables into your life. If you have oatmeal, add pumpkin or other winter squash, and top with cinnamon. In the spring wonderful little carrots (freshly pulled from the ground if you're so lucky) are nice with a ginger slice...