#AskDrBob-August 9th

Ask Dr. Bob August 9, 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Click the blue box to watch the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Bonus: When you play golf, should you walk or use a golf cart?  When you walk on a fairway, especially early in the morning with the… Read more

An Alzheimer’s Fighter Roadmap

Being exposed to environmental toxins is something we really cannot isolate ourselves from, but we can prevent how it negatively affects our brain function. Ours brains are made of fat and complex tubules of tissue operating at what appears to be quicker than lightning fast speed. It has been estimated the brain sends and receives over 28 billion bits of information daily; the electronic messages are sent over a massive… Read more

#AskDrBob-August 2nd

Ask Dr. Bob August 2, 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Click the blue box to watch the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Bonus: pH pH is a measure of acid and alkaline. A best pH is between 6.5-7.4. I like patients to focus on their saliva pH instead… Read more

#AskDrBob-July 26th

Ask Dr. Bob July 26, 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Here is the link to the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Bonus: Vitamin D Vitamin D helps calcium helps be pulled from the intestine and put into your blood. Vitamin F takes it from the blood to your… Read more

Diet Sheet & Grocery List

Hi Everyone, In many articles and posts, I discuss documenting what you eat in a diet journal. I am attaching the one that I use for my patients, and also a grocery list for when you go shopping. Enjoy! Dr. Bob Daily Diet Sheet Grocery List

#AskDrBob-July 19th

Ask Dr. Bob July 19, 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Below is the link to the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Bonus: Thinning Hair (What to do?) Make sure your thyroid is up to functioning optimally, a TSH T3 T4 test will help. If your T3 is low,… Read more

Vitamin D & Where You Live

Where you live impacts your vitamin D levels. Knowing your vitamin D level is essential for your long-term drugless strategy to prevent cancer and other chronic conditions like multiple sclerosis (MS), diabetes, chronic coughing, high blood pressure and the bending over and/or collapse of your spine, otherwise known as Dowager’s Hump. I would like to see your 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D test level be at least 40; anything less can result… Read more

#AskDrBob-July 12th

Ask Dr. Bob July 12, 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Here is the link to the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Watch #AskDrBob **Bonus-My Summer Exercise Suggestions 1. I was wondering what are the effects of chlorine on the body? My children are on a summer swim team… Read more

Your Genes & Vitamin D

Vitamin D supports up to 200 genetic functions in your body! So, you can see it is a very important nutrient regardless your age. If you do not get sun exposure on a consistent schedule, then supplementation must be taken. It would also be wise to have your vitamin D3 level tested every year in November. The name of the test you want to request is 25-hydroxy-Vitamin D; NOT 1.25-dihydroxy-Vitamin… Read more

#AskDrBob-July 5th

Ask Dr. Bob July 5 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Here is the link to the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Ask Dr. Bob * Summer Grilling Tips- New recipes! 1. My daughter, 20, has been on birth control (bc) since she was 16 due to, what has… Read more

#AskDrBob-June 28th

Ask Dr. Bob June 28 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Here is the link to the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Ask Dr. Bob 1. Dr. Bob if someone has complex cycstic ( breast ) can one use natural foods to treat it instead of surgery or if… Read more

Is Too Much Estrogen Causing Weight Gain?

Weight management and control is key for optimal hormonal health. The extra fat around your waistline contributes to the formation of estrogen in both men and women. I was looking at some of my personal snapshots from way back in the 1990’s. I was carrying an estrogen-making machine (big belly) and am sure my waist was pressing thirty-eight “husky” inches. It’s definitely a lot easier to put on extra pounds… Read more

What I ate over the weekend…

Hi Everyone, Here is a ‘PicStitch’ of what I made over the weekend. I grilled romaine lettuce on the grill with balsamic vinegar (I highly recommend). Next, I put together polenta, mushrooms, cilantro, and mixed together with olive oil. Lastly, I prepared my daily SWAP bag, which is perfect for your everyday snacking. Dr. Bob

#AskDrBob-June 21st

Ask Dr. Bob June 21 2013 Today’s #AskDrBob focuses on heart health and how you can keep your heart healthy at all stages of life with ten tips-below are the first five. We hope they make a difference in your life. Ask Dr. Bob 1. Maintain normal blood pressure 2. Men, keep your waist below 40 in. Ladies, less than thirty-five. 3. Sugar depletes vitamin B and minerals. 4. Add… Read more

Men’s Health-A Focus on the Liver

Your liver is a wonderfully designed, resilient organ, capable of rebounding from toxic and infectious exposure. The liver typically extends to the lower rib cage on the right side but can extend to the pelvis if it is required to handle high volumes of processed foods, toxic materials, medications and alcohol. I evaluate a number of patient’s everyday that have a history of heavy medication usage, including statin drugs, which… Read more

#AskDrBob-June 14th

Ask Dr. Bob June 14 2013   These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Here is the link to the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Ask Dr. Bob 1. How do I find out if I’m gluten intolerant? Is fibromyalgia related? 2. Hi Dr. Bob, I drink reverse osmosis water. How… Read more

Men, this is not a “test”

Each day, you and I are assaulted by a variety of toxins that are found in the water we drink, the food we eat and the air we breathe. When I first began practicing thirty-five years ago, I never would have believed I would be discussing the low levels of testosterone in men. Testosterone is the primary hormone in men that differentiates the male from female framework. It has been… Read more

#AskDrBob-June 7th

Ask Dr. Bob June 7 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Here is the link to the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Ask Dr. Bob: I have fibroids, hypothyroidism (being treated with Lyvoxl), high blood pressure (being treated with a diuretic) and panic attacks. I’m tired of doctors trying… Read more

#AskDrBob-May 31st

Ask Dr. Bob May 31 2013 These were the questions that were asked in this episode of #AskDrBob. Here is the link to the video. Thank you for sending us your general health questions. We hope they make a difference in your life. Ask Dr. Bob: 1. My daughter has been diagnosed with Lyme Disease which is also causing a Gluten allergy. Any suggestions on alternatives for her? -Incorporate Manganese… Read more

Grains & Oil

Summer is here – one of my favorite times of the year! How about you? This is the season when you get to experience time outside enjoying nature and traveling with friends and family. I know what else people enjoy doing this time of year – parties for graduations, picnics and family reunions. I can remember eating Jell-O with whipping cream and miniature marshmallows. Did your mom and or grandma… Read more