We are all familiar with the New Year’s resolution. Many of us resolve to make changes to live a healthier...

With the New Year our thoughts turn to our annual New Year’s resolutions. This year let us all resolve that...

Here we are coming to the end of another year, and a very eventful one at that. Susana and I...

The following is from my friend Vanessa Teff's newsletter from September. She did an excellent job of summarizing the situation,...

Throughout the past few months, we have continuously stressed the importance of supporting the immune system through supplementation and proper...

October is mental health awareness month. This is a critical issue nationwide. It impacts the entire society – from families...

HERE COMES THE FALL As the Fall Season approaches it is time for back to school (and of course football!)....

While the latest virus affects thousands of families throughout the world, you’re probably thinking about your own health and what...

As the kids go back to school and we gear up for the "cold and flu season" here are some...

The immune system. This term is frequently used to describe one of the major systems of the body. There are...

Stress. It is the main source of “dis-ease” in the body, mind, and spirit. It creates a tremendous biochemical burden...

Do the foods you are eating contain too many oxalates? Following up with the recent email describing our new Low...

This book was written in 2012 and updated in 2014. Dr. Walsh has worked with over 30,000 patients with a...

Ever wonder what really makes you feel good? While many people will answer “sugar” because they notice the “high” as...

Did you know the current list of autoimmune diseases is now over 150 and continues to grow?  There is an...

We hope you are all enjoying the summer. We had several wonderful visits from family and friends during July coming...

STOP THE FIREWORKS IN YOUR GUT! Happy Fourth of July! You have probably already started your holiday festivities over the...

Our look at nutrition myths continues this month with a look at fat and cholesterol. While it may be surprising...

In this final installment of articles overviewing the macronutrients (protein, carbohydrate, and fat) we complete the picture with fat. Everybody...

There is an old saying that how well you live depends to a large extent upon how well your adrenal...

Perhaps of all the endocrine glands in the body, the thyroid gets the most attention. And it well should. Many...

Steroid Hormones Part 4: Female and Male Life Cycles Before we look at hormonal imbalances, let’s get a quick understanding...

Steroid Hormones Part 3: Introduction to Testosterone, Estrogen, and Progesterone Testosterone Testosterone is the main male and androgen hormone. It...

Steroid Hormones Part 2: Cortisol and Stress Cortisol Cortisol is made in the adrenal cortex. It is primarily known for...

Steroid Hormones Part 1: Introduction, Cholesterol, Pregnenolone, and DHEA We now turn our attention to the steroid hormones, and particularly...

In Part 1 of this article I introduced the endocrine system. The overview continues here. Following is a brief overview...

Many experts agree that your body’s most important functional system is the endocrine system. It is composed of glands (the...

I’ve often spoke of how confusing nutrition can be – one week we hear one news item and the next...

This month we continue the theme of nutrition myths and focus on perhaps the most dangerous of all – the...

This is the handout from our presentation on Artificial Sweeteners. It goes along with the article "Why Are We Still...

In this third installment of articles overviewing the macronutrients (protein, carbohydrate, and fat) we turn our attention to carbohydrates. The...

One of my favorite nutrition publications now out of print is Health Alert by Dr. Bruce West. Each month I...

Previously I have written about the evils of sugar. If you thought that was scary, there is something I believe...

ARE YOU BEING FOOLED? This is the first year in memory that the April newsletter did not contain an April’s...

Vitamin K - easy to remember - K is for "clotting", well there is actually lots more to it!  Vitamin...

Steroid Hormones Part 5: Hormonal Imbalances At the core of many symptoms suffered by both men and women are hormonal...

It seems that most of what you read about nutrition focuses on the big five nutrients – protein, fat, carbohydrate,...

The last internal stop of our process is the large intestine or colon. The small intestines pass the remaining undigested...

The Esophagus We return to our north to south tour of the digestive system. Next stop after the mouth is...

Digestion - Introduction Our tour of the body begins with the digestive system. After all, we are what we eat!...

I have several favorite “nutritional sayings” (as I like to call them) that I use with my clients. One of...

Here are some recommendations to reduce symptoms of acid reflux. Drinking eight ounces of water about 30 minutes prior to...

Our tour of the digestive system continues: The action now moves into the small intestines. Since digestion is a north...

Here’s a quick three question true or false quiz for you: 1. The cause of gastric/acid reflux is too much...

The Stomach Now that we've made it through the esophagus and into the stomach, the next two blogs will focus...

I cannot overstate the importance of enzymes to the digestion process. Simply put, enzymes make stuff happen in the body-...

The “physical” aspects of digestion begin in the mouth. Please consider what goes in our mouth is generally a volunteer...

WHAT SHAPE ARE YOU IN? Welcome to March, Spring is just around the corner. Perhaps, you have settled into your...

It seems everybody is talking about the keto diet. You may have tried it yourself, or you may know someone...

This is part of a two-article series exploring the critical relationship between our weight and our health. This article explains...

Many health experts believe that the US is now in the midst of an obesity epidemic. According to the CDC’s...

When we think of digestion we usually think of the stomach, small intestines, and large intestines – often collectively referred...

February – the month of love and heart health! With our love, we offer you some great information on nutrition...

As mentioned in a previous article rate, rhythm, and tone are the key measurements of heart health. Rate is the...

As mentioned in previous articles rate, rhythm, and tone are the key measurements of heart health. Rate is the speed...

I love to learn! It’s probably one of the most enjoyable aspects in my line of work. I am always...

Happy New Year – Let’s Make 2023 Your Healthiest Year Ever! With the New Year our thoughts turn to our...

This is the time of year when we re-focus on our health. There are a couple of reasons for that....

Ever notice what happens at the beginning of the year?  The New Year’s resolution.  This is the year you vow...

Happy Holidays! Susana and I want to wish you all the best for the Holiday Season! In a few days...

We are pleased to announce we are moved into our beautiful new space at 2005 Ironwood Parkway, Suite 105. As...

THE ONLY CONSTANT IS CHANGE!! We are Moving, Expanding and Offering New Services! We are pleased to announce that our...

We are Moving, Expanding and Offering New Services! We are pleased to announce that we are moving the office to...

In the spirit of “back to school” here are a few ideas on nutrition for kids. (Of course this information...

Did you know that sulfur is the third most abundant mineral in our bodies? The body uses sulfur to produce...

Did you know that sulfur is the third most abundant mineral in our bodies? The body uses sulfur to produce...

Happy July 4th! It is truly a time to appreciate our freedom and independence!! While it seems like just yesterday...

June has several health awareness topics associated with it. We will focus on two: Men’s Health month and Alzheimer’s and...

As a holistic nutritionist, it is important for me to provide my readers and clients with information to improve their...

Have you ever wondered why there seem to be so many advertisements for erectile dysfunction (ED) medication - Viagra, Cialis,...

You may have noticed that we have recently changed the format of the newsletter with the goal being to integrate...

You may be familiar with the old saying that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Here...

This information is important for both women and men!! Do you have red dots on your skin?  These are known...

Hormones are biological chemicals produced primarily by the endocrine glands.  These are the pituitary, pineal, thyroid, parathyroid, thymus, pancreas, adrenals,...

Enjoy The Who - We Won't Get Fooled Again We wish it were true, but unfortunately like a lot of...

Where to start? We have all heard that soy is a health food – a great source of protein, a...

We often hear warnings about eating foods that contain cholesterol. We are told eating these foods will lead to cardiovascular...

What Did The China Study Really Study? One of the most frequent questions I get as a nutrition consultant is,...

We encourage you read the book Body by Science by Doug McDuff, MD and John Little. This book offers a...

We are all familiar with the antioxidant story. We develop all kinds of diseases because we do not get enough...

What should I eat? How many calories per day should I have? Most diet and exercise programs are based on...

Here's a brief explanation. Ever try to explain to someone what muscle testing is? Well, here's a brief article we...

We are excited to announce that Dr. Todd and Linda Frisch will be with us in Coeur d'Alene on March...

We are all familiar with the New Year’s resolution. Many of us resolve to make changes to live a healthier...

Susana and I would like to wish to all those who celebrate a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!...

Happy Holidays! Susana and I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving and are now enjoying Hanukkah and preparing for...

One of our clients sent this today. It speaks for itself. We encourage you to share it with your friends...

As we move into cooler weather many of us will soon be dealing with dry skin and other skin issues....

SHAPE ReClaimed has just issued the revised Program Guide (9th Edition) and there are some new approved foods for Phase...

Last October we introduced several new supplement lines to the practice which are distributed by Aduco in Northern California. Over...

This month we have a live presentation What SHAPE is Your Health In?,  a video Clinical Insights from Dr. Bernie...

We mentioned in an earlier email about the heat we have experienced since moving to Idaho. Well it has continued...

We are pleased to announce our Fall Lecture Series with Bernie and Dr. Todd Frisch. WHAT SHAPE IS YOUR HEALTH...

‌ We are pleased to announce our live talk series at Rosen Wellness is beginning next Tuesday, August 10 at...

We live in very interesting times and wherever you fall on the pandemic spectrum you cannot help wondering what people...

Since our move to Idaho, we have experienced record setting heat. It has been over 90 consistently (and often over...

Happy Independence Day! We want to wish everyone a Happy Independence Day and hope you have a great 4th of...

Greetings From Idaho! We arrived at our new (temporary) home in Spokane Valley on Sunday and have been busy setting...

You have several choices for ordering supplements. You can order through us by calling, emailing, or texting - just like...

As most of you reading this know Susana and I are relocating to Couer d’Alene, Idaho in early June. We...

It is a beautiful 70-degree day here in Wisconsin and it feels like summer! We hope it is as nice...

Last month we introduced lots of new! New products, a new book from Ann Louise Gittleman, and our new device...

We are very excited to announce lots of new!! New products that we are now carrying in the office, new...

It is the month of love and that is the theme of this newsletter. We are sure you are going...

Happy New Year!! We hope that 2021 will be a healthy and meaningful year for all of you. While 2020...

Yes! We would not have believed this ourselves at Rosen Wellness until we learned about the strain Bifidobacterium Animalis Lactis...

Probiotics. Are they actually good for you or is this just a marketing hype? We get this question almost every...

We are pleased to announce our new Wellness Assessment program. A great way for you, your family members, loved ones...

We are pleased to announce we now offer the Toxic Metals & Elements Panel from DiagnosTechs. This is an accurate,...

One of the unique features of COVID-19 seems to be the loss of smell and taste. This is the consistent...

Last month we introduced you to our 22-year old female client “L.S.” and the magic of muscle testing. As a...

During my initial consult with a client I always include questions about their sleep. I have always known or assumed...

Throughout the past few months, we have continuously stressed the importance of supporting the immune system through supplementation and proper...

More Than Ever, Now is the Time to Eat Well and Be Well Welcome to the October newsletter. Hard to...

Designs for Health has introduced another excellent product for immune system support - Immuno-Zn Lozenges. From their website: "Immuno-Zn™ Lozenge...

Welcome to the September newsletter. Hard to believe it is already September and the Fall is approaching. This newsletter is...

Well World – Free Healthy Eating Plans Rosen Wellness is pleased to introduce you to Well World – a new...

At the end of March as the pandemic began to take hold, we blogged about what immune system experts were...

It is hard to believe it is already August! We would like to continue with last month’s theme of what...

We are frequently asked how we decide the products to offer our clients. There are so many products on the...

We are pleased to announce that we now have available these five new products from Designs for Health. They are...

Happy Fourth of July!! The good news is that Summer is here! We encourage you to enjoy the great weather....

Throughout the time we have been practicing natural health most of the popular detoxification programs available required lots of pills...

Emu Oil – The Traditional Nutrient Dense Sacred Food of Australian Aboriginals We are please to announce that we are...

It is beautiful to see the Sun shining and the weather warming up again! We are pleased to say that...

We hope our May Newsletter finds you all in the best of health and spirits! Office Update Soon we will...

The most common question we are being asked is “what do you think of the coronavirus?” This is a complicated...

Late last week as we were settling down into our new “pandemic lifestyle” we had the opportunity to participate in...

We are writing this newsletter in mid-February before we leave for our vacation. It will magically arrive while we are...

It sure seems that way! It’s that time of the year again… when colds and flu seems to kick in!...

Not only one of our favorite Bee Gees songs, but it is February – the month of Valentine’s Day and...

With the New Year our thoughts turn to our annual New Year’s resolutions. This year let us all resolve that...

We hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving and are now gearing up for the rest of the Holiday Season....

Your Weight and Your Health Your weight and Your Health – exploring how your weight has a significant relationship to...

Given the confusion and hype so prevalent on the Internet and in the media we are often asked where to...

To pass the salt or not to pass the salt, that is the question.  This is another example of nutrition...

To start things off Susana and I would like to thank Dr. Todd and Linda Frisch for their outstanding presentation...

Now is a great time for your own personal fall cleaning. Our clients are experiencing fantastic results with the SHAPE...

We will kick off this month’s newsletter with the latest success stories with SHAPE ReClaimed®. This is truly the most...

Your Weight and Your Health Our past few newsletters have featured introductory information about SHAPE ReClaimed®. Why is this? Over...

Last month we announced two new offerings – SHAPE ReClaimed and EMF Home and Office Evaluation. We are pleased to...

This article originally appeared in the April of 2015. At the time it was quite controversial. It appeared in our...

The Joy of Learning I have mentioned in past newsletters how much I enjoy learning new information and bringing it...

One of the most inspiring books I recently read was James Templeton's I Used to Have Cancer: How I Found...

We are pleased to announce a new service offering from Rosen Wellness – EMF Home and Office Evaluation. With the...

The inspiration for this month’s newsletter comes from two client experiences this past month which illustrate the importance of details...

With the introduction of the new 5G technology, the safety of EMFs particularly as related to wireless and cell phone...

When you hear that someone has a food allergy or sensitivity what comes first to your mind? If you are...

I have decided to devote this newsletter to the wonderful work of the Weston A. Price Foundation. I am one...

I originally wrote the base of this article several years ago. Since then our local Chapter of the Weston Price...

While filling out your NCAA Tournament Bracket can be challenging, nothing can be more maddening than trying to figure out...

Winter is here! Today has been a snow day here in Milwaukee. I have been working from home, catching up...

Happy New Year – Let’s Make 2019 Your Healthiest Year Ever! With the New Year our thoughts turn to our...

Happy Holidays!! My best wishes to you and your family for a Happy and Healthy holiday season. Happy Hanukkah, Merry...

This past week at my Open House we discussed Ann Louise Gittleman’s latest masterpiece Radical Metabolism. We were blessed to...

There is a lot of information on the Internet regarding EMFs and how they may affect you. This is an...

I’m excited to announce our November 15 Open House – Let’s Get Radical: Healthy Strategies for the New Year! Over...

Thanks to Vanessa Teff for allowing me to post her October newsletter.  Vanessa can be reached at: Optimum Vitality, 6654...

While trendy diets come and go, what does not change is how the human body functions and the nutrients required...

Several weeks ago, I wrote a special email devoted to Ann Louise Gittleman’s latest book, Radical Metabolism: A Powerful New...

While trendy diets come and go, what does not change is how the human body functions and the nutrients required...

Can you believe it is already the end of summer and Back to School season? In honor of going back...

Magnesium and Calcium: Are You Deficient? We hear a lot about the importance of calcium and magnesium to our health....

Tenth Anniversary Edition of the Monthly Newsletter Welcome to the Tenth Anniversary of my Monthly Newsletter! Amazing how time flies!...

Happy Fourth of July!! I hope you are all enjoying your summer so far. As this newsletter reaches you I...

As a holistic nutritionist, it is important for me to provide my readers and clients with information to improve their...

In last month’s newsletter I described some of the supplements from Designs for Health that I have begun to utilize...

Offering the Best Supplements Available I am frequently asked how I decide the products to offer my clients. There are...

Pets Are People Too! Happy Spring! I am excited to devote this newsletter issue to pets. This past Thursday we...

It’s that time of the year – March Madness!! This month’s newsletter will be brief as I have my own...

 Spread the love this February with the gift of a healthy detox or weight loss program for you and your...

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a great Holiday Season and is rearing and ready to go for a...

Happy Holidays! I hope everyone had a very nice Thanksgiving and is now looking forward to the rest of the...

Winter is just around the corner and with it the approaching cold and flu season. This newsletter and my next...

Stealth Pathogens! Sounds scary, like something out of a horror movie. Well, it is and is something that I definitely...

It seems all you hear about on all the leading health sites these days is bone broth and collagen. Celebrities...

As we begin the transition from Summer to Fall so follows this month’s newsletter. First is the follow up to...

In an earlier article, we learned why sometimes our digestion does not seem quite right and how we are exposed...

I hope everyone is having an enjoyable summer. I know for me it is going by way too fast! Thanks...

Ever wonder why your digestion never seems just quite right? Well, as much as we don’t like to admit it...

Summer is here and a Happy Fourth of July to everyone. I hope you enjoy your holiday weekend. This month...

Thanks for all the enthusiasm for last month’s Open House! It was awesome! Once again we managed to get over...

I am pleased to announce the next Open House at my office on Thursday, May 4 at 7:00 PM. I’m...

Thanks for all the enthusiasm for last month’s Open House! It was awesome! Somehow we got all 30 people comfortable...

Note: This article is not intended as a debate about birth control. It is intended to offer education regarding nutritional...

As I’ve mentioned in previous newsletters the part of my job that I like best is the continuing education. The...

Believe it or not, one of the most challenging tasks I face each month is the monthly newsletter. I’ve been...

Wow! That’s a long title for the newsletter, but it certainly is a great way to start the New Year!...

This month’s newsletter is late and brief due to the passing of my Father last week. He lived a good...

Yes, I’m talking about our dog Barry! Dogs are people too! And just like humans many of them suffer from...

The most common questions asked of me by clients and the general public is: “Do I really need vitamins? I...

One of my most popular public talks is called “Good Supplements Bad Supplements.” The reason it is so popular is...

“I eat very healthy.” “My doctor tells me I can get all the vitamins and minerals I need from food.”...

Does Your Cell Phone Give You A Headache? Whenever I use my cell phone and hold it by my ear...

As usual, the summer seems to be flying by. But, there is still time to enjoy it! This month’s newsletter...

Thank you to all the well wishes I received from the last newsletter. I received not only congratulations on the...

“The stuff (actually I use a slightly different word, but I’m keeping this G-rated) really works.” That’s what I tell...

I hope everyone caught my April Fool’s newsletter headline from last month! I know I got a few of you!!!...

Many diet and exercise programs are based on us “counting calories” and assuming all calories are created equal. This is...

Hopefully all of you recognize that headline as an April Fool’s! Unfortunately there are still many nutrition “experts” and mainstream...

March on Minerals! Hard to believe it is March 1, especially as I look out my window and see some...

We hear a lot about the importance of calcium and magnesium to our health. I’ve attended several seminars recently where...

The beginning of February means Valentine’s Day is approaching and with it our attention turns to matters of the heart....

With the New Year upon us many of us make the resolution to be healthier. In most cases that is...

Happy New Year!! Wow – 2016! Through the magic of the Internet I can send out this newsletter while still...

I’ve mentioned before how much I love to learn and how continual education is one of the things I enjoy...

With the New Year upon us many of us make the resolution to be healthier. In most cases that is...

Happy Holidays! Hopefully everyone’s holiday season is off to a great start! All my best for a Happy, Peaceful, and...

Trick or Treat? While there is one specific day on the calendar set aside for this – Halloween, in the...

As I’ve been saying over the past few months – I love to learn! I just returned from the Physica...

The Importance of Continuing Education I love to learn! It’s probably one of the most enjoyable aspects in my line...

In my previous article I mentioned how this is my favorite time of the year – and one of the...

Well, it’s that time of year – Back to School, the transition to Fall, and the start of the NFL!...

As some of you may be aware, I write a monthly nutrition article in our local paper, the Ozaukee News...

This past week I experienced a first. One of my monthly nutrition articles in our local paper, the Ozaukee News...

Summer has arrived with all its glory – long days, beautiful weather, and from a nutritional perspective – the beginning...

I don’t know about you, but this is my favorite time of the year. Not only is the weather beautiful...

Greetings! This past month sure flew by quickly! Probably because it was my busiest ever! I want to thank you...

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Glyphosate deemed “probably carcinogenic.” A working group of experts from 11 countries classified glyphosate as “probably carcinogenic to...

Happy May! Hopefully you’ve all survived Spring Break and are ready for the final push before summer. Here at home,...

Glyphosate. Ever heard of it? Probably not. So let me introduce it to you – it is the active ingredient...

I have recently introduced you to the book Body by Science by Doug McDuff, MD and John Little. This book...

I hope you are enjoying the series of articles based on the book Body by Science. This month’s newsletter features...

One of my favorite nutrition publications I get is Health Alert by Dr. Bruce West. Each month I look forward...

One of my favorite nutrition publications I get is Health Alert by Dr. Bruce West. Each month I look forward...

I have recently introduced you to the book Body by Science by Doug McDuff, MD and John Little. This book...

One of my favorite nutrition publications I get is Health Alert by Dr. Bruce West. Each month I look forward...

One of my favorite nutrition publications I get is Health Alert by Dr. Bruce West. Each month I look forward...

“I Don’t Get it. I Work Out Every Day with My Trainer and Can’t Lose Weight.” Is this you? It...

“I don’t understand. I work out every day and I’m still gaining weight.” Believe it or not I hear this...

My 2015 is off to a great start! I hope yours is too! In the spirit of the New Year...

Wow! That’s a long title for the newsletter, but it reflects all the new and important information I have to...

Happy Holidays! Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year! The Holiday Season is always a busy time and for...

An early Happy Thanksgiving to everyone and the beginning of the Holiday Season. This is an especially important time to...

Of course this is nothing new. If there’s one thing that almost everyone in the nutrition world agrees on is...

The nervous system has two main components: the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The central...

I’m pleased to announce a new weekly Blog series I’m calling “Nutrition Made Simple.” My tendency is to write longer...

Digestion is one of my favorite topics. Many of my clients suffer from a variety of digestive issues: from gas,...

Hard to believe the Fall has arrived. All of a sudden the nights are longer than the days. I’m just...

Vitamin B4 - ever heard of it? If I were a betting person I’d say probably not. Well perhaps there...

It’s that time of year – back to school. Most of the college age kids are back and I’m officially...

In my August newsletter I mentioned three upcoming trainings I had scheduled to attend in August and September. I have...

I don’t know about you, but the summer is flying by. Hard to believe it is August already. My month...

On many of our minds is what seems to be the never ending rising costs associated with health care. While...

These are my favorite words to hear. Here’s the rest of the text I received last week: “I want to...

As I look out my window this morning it looks like summer has finally arrived! The grass is nice and...

I’d like to introduce you to Dr. Randy Tent, DC, ND, and PhD. You’re probably thinking - that’s sure a...

Spring Break for Your Body – The Purification Program or The Gut Balancing Program As March Madness peaks along with...

Among the latest and greatest breakthroughs of modern medicine is the mapping of the human genome with its vast potential...

Among the most common questions I receive in my nutrition consulting practice are those relating to vitamins and supplements. “If...

Your Own Personal “March Madness” It comes every year at this time. The NCAA basketball tournament - better known as...

This month is Valentine’s Day – the holiday of love and the heart. To be there for the ones we...

A Healthy Heart for Valentine’s Day Coming soon is Valentine’s Day – the holiday of love and the heart. It...

Happy New Year – Year of the Book? I hope everyone is off to a Happy and Healthy New Years!...

I bet you are wondering – what is the January Effect? You’ve probably never heard that phrase before in a...

This time of the year is always special with all the Holidays. It brings on the full spectrum of emotions...

At Thanksgiving I like to pause and take time to reflect on what I am thankful for. While there is...

Meet Your Hormones – Learn About the Endocrine System This month I begin my series of articles about hormones, or...

Inaugural Meeting of Ozaukee Washington Counties of Weston A. Price Foundation As I mentioned in the last two newsletters a...

As a nutrition consultant, one of the most frequent questions I’m asked by clients, friends, and other curious people is,...

Back to School As the summer winds to an end it is back to school season. Hard to believe my...

In my last article I talked about my ten favorite healthy foods and received lots of positive feedback. The truth...

My theme for this summer is simplicity. My last article was three simple things you can do to improve your...

Fish Oil Does Not Cause Prostate Cancer The “breaking news” this past month was the latest discovery that fish oil...

Happy July 4 - Independence Day! This holiday is all about freedom. One freedom we’d all like to enjoy is...

While you may not be ready to follow my advice 100% of the time (even I don’t follow my advice...

Believe it or not writing the monthly newsletter is one of my more challenging tasks. I want it to be...

Well, if April showers bring May flowers we should have some of the most incredible growth ever seen!! This month...

This Is Not An April Fool’s With each monthly newsletter I like to have a central theme. Earlier this month...

It seems as if every day the next “superfood” is introduced. It is usually from some exotic locale; it has...

As I have written before there are many theories about what makes a proper human diet. And, what makes it...

Pre and Post Practice/Workout Meals What to eat before practice? It is best to eat before you leave. Depending upon...

Of course the big question with water is how much to drink. To be honest, this is an individualized question...

The Calorie Myth What should I eat? How many calories per day should I have? Most diet and exercise programs...

Fats Everybody knows that fat is bad for you. Right? Well, not exactly. Of all the nutrients, it is fat...

Carbohydrates Carbs are great for energy, right? Need to carb load before the game, right? Carbohydrates are one of the...

Neurotransmitters Before we learn about carbohydrates and fats it is important to have a brief discussion of neurotransmitters. Ever wonder...

Specific Ideas for Snacks and Healthy Meals Since I don’t believe in reinventing the wheel I will refer to another...

Protein What do proteins do in the body? Why are they so important? Protein provides the structural basis for our...

It’s March – that means Spring is right around the corner! Given the short month of February it seems like...

Introduction While nutrition is important for all people, we believe it is especially critical for you – the competitive athlete...

Assessing Fructose Burden -Fruit Fructose Content Fruit Serving Grams Fructose Limes One 0 Lemons One 0.6 Cranberries 1 cup 0.7 Passion...

Food Information 3 ounces of meat is about the size and thickness of a deck of playing cards. A medium...

Client Loses 20 Pounds Taking Kashi Cereal out of Diet! Welcome to February! The month when America realizes the crash...

Happy New Year! My best wishes to all for the happiest and healthiest of New Years!! Now that we’ve survived...

This information is important for both women and men!! Do you have red dots on your skin? These are known...

We’ve all been there - the New Year’s resolutions is to lose weight and adapt a healthier lifestyle. Each year...

Everybody knows that fat is bad for you. Right? Well, not exactly. It is fat that has been most unjustly...

Happy Holidays! Happy Holidays!! Hard to believe another year has almost passed. The Holiday Season - the time no one...

Last month’s article on nails was very well received with several inquiries. The nails are great because for the most...

Carbs are great for energy, right? Carbohydrates are one of the more controversial of the macronutrients. You will see heated...

Last month we looked at what your blood may be telling you. This month we’ll look at the finger nails....

Continuing education is important to me. I often listen to recorded lectures made available through Standard Process. I first became...

We will begin our discussion of the macronutrients with protein. What do proteins do in the body? Why are they...

Every now and then it is important to return to the fundamentals. Whether we are hearing something for the first...

Fall Greetings! The Fall is here and Winter is just around the corner. As we look outside we see how...

SAVE $20 ON THE CLEANSE Do you believe it is September already? The summer (as it always does) seemed to...

In the spirit of “back to school” I thought I’d offer a few thoughts on nutrition for kids. (Of course...

The Dog Days For most of us it seems we already had the Dog Days of August - in July!...

Happy Fourth of July! Yes, I’m spending part of my holiday working on the newsletter! The summer seems to be...

Sorry, I’m a little late with the newsletter but it has been a busy month! As I like to say...

Spring is in the air! At least here in Milwaukee it is finally getting “springlike” this week with warmer temperatures...

You’ve heard me talk about it many times in the past. You’ve heard me say I am about to do...

March Madness – Free NRT Offer You may have noticed that this month’s newsletter is coming a little later than...

It’s February, one month in to the New Year. How are you doing with your resolutions? I’ll give myself a...

Best wishes for a Healthy and Happy New Year! I’m very excited about the New Year. I’ll be offering new...

I’m pleased to announce a new service – blood chemistry analysis. As part of my Whole Foods Nutrition Certification I...

Happy Holidays – Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! May your holiday season be happy and merry. There’s those words again...

Ever wonder what really makes you feel good? Many people will answer “sugar” because they notice the “high” as sugar...

Yes I Know It’s the Holiday Season – You Still Need to do Your Best!It’s that time of the year...

Every nutrition consultant has their list. So, here is mine. They are in no special order. They are all healthy...

Welcome the Fall Season - perhaps my favorite time of the year. It is also a great time for the...

In looking back at the past articles I realized I have neglected this most basic topic – a quick overview...

The summer sure went by quickly and the kids are back to school today. Hard to believe my son is...

In the spirit of “back to school” I thought I’d offer a few thoughts on nutrition for kids. (Of course...

The Dog Days of August are certainly here and many of us are seeking relief from the heat at our...

Previously I described how breakfast is the most important meal of the day and how unfortunately it is a meal...

Best Testimonial YetOver the last five years I have received many wonderful testimonials from grateful and happy clients. They have...

I’m sure you’ve heard it before. “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” “Don’t skip your breakfast.” Or...

Wow – June already! I don’t know about you, but for me May flew by. Between getting settled in my...

This article completes the series discussing the key vitamins and minerals that our bodies need to perform at optimal function....

You have to love slick marketing. With my background in that area (20+ years of marketing and strategic planning) I enjoy...

Well, if April showers bring May flowers, we are certainly looking at a Flower Power month!  I hope you all...

Well, it's that time of the month again, the much anticipated arrival of Diabetes Forecast - the official publication of...

Know Your Nutrients – The Fat Soluble VitaminsBasically there are two types of vitamins – water soluble and fat soluble. ...

Your probably asking what does coffee have to do with Passover and why are you writing about the Maxwell House...

Wow! April already! That means it is Spring time!  Many of us take the time to do our “spring cleaning”...

Today we continue our look at minerals.  As a quick refresher minerals are important to us for several reasons.  First,...

Every month it faithfully arrives - my latest issue of Diabetes Forecast, the official publication of the American Diabetes Association. ...

Vitamin F are the essential fatty acids – better known as the “omega” family, featuring the 3’s, 6’s, and 9’s....

Vitamin E is one of the major antioxidants that our body requires. Did you know that Vitamin E is actually...

Vitamin D – the “vitamin du jour” as I like to say. It certainly is in the news almost every...

Wow, it is already March already! Hard to believe, but great to see! The days are getting longer and Spring...

Vitamin B1 - Thiamine Did you know that the true Vitamin B complex actually has about 20 different parts to...

What does potassium do?  It is critical for the ongoing health of every cell in our body.  That’s a pretty important...

Magnesium is certainly one of the most important minerals to the body.  Here's a short list of what it does:1....

We are bombarded with messages about the importance of calcium for our bones.  Well, without phosphorus all the calcium in...

Zinc we are often told is good for the immune system.  True, but apparently viruses like it too!  What does...

Manganese may be one of those minerals that you've never even considered for how important it is for the human...

We're all familiar with how important iron is for the health of our blood.  Iron aids in hemoglobin production, which...

I'm going to focus the next few posts on more of the key minerals we need to consume.  Minerals are...

Today's nutrient is Folic Acid, also known as Folate.  But, once again (as we've seen with other vitamins), while portrayed to...

Happy February – we’re almost half way through winter and spring is just around the corner. Here in Milwaukee we’re...

Vitamin B12 may be one of the most important of all the B vitamins, particularly because only true humanly usable...

We're back to the B Vitamins today with B6.  Like all the other B family vitamins it plays a big...

We' are all familiar with getting out our Vitamin C when we feel a cold coming on as it is...

A little known nutrient - choline - is actually extremely important as it is part of lecithin which is a...

Today we explore chromium, another important mineral nutrient.  Chromium is involved in metabolism as it supports insulin function in the...

Calcium is one of the most talked about minerals and for good reason.  It supports strong bone structure, teeth, and muscle...

Vitamin B3, also called Niacin, is one of the most important of the B vitamins.  We often hear it recommended...

Vitamin B2, better known as Riboflavin, is an integral part of enzymes involved in oxidation reduction reactions that drive cell...

Today's Vitamin of the Day is B1, also known as Thiamine.  Did you know that the true Vitamin B complex...

Vitamin A is also known as Beta-carotene.  However, here is where it gets confusing - they are not the same! ...

Happy New Year! May it be both happy and healthy for you and your loved ones. First off I’d like...

One of the most common New Year’s resolutions is to lose weight and adapt a healthier lifestyle. Each year we...

We now enter an interesting time of year – the Holiday Season. We become festive and at the same time...

This article is courtesy of Kristin Davis.  She is an advocate for women's health who enjoys writing and aspires to be a journalist in...

Would you believe it is already November? It's getting to be "Holiday Season" - the nutrition consultant's nightmare time of...

Happy Autumn. Hard to believe that the Fall is here already as the seasons continue to turn. I have a...

The inspiration for this article comes from two absolute truths: One – you learn something new every day; and two...

Earthing? What’s that? I’m guessing that is what you are saying to yourself. Let me explain what I believe may...

The Shopper's Guide to Pesticides ranks pesticide contamination for 50 popular fruits and vegetables based on an analysis of 89,000...

The following is courtesy of HSI-Alert!  It is a promotion for the latest and greatest book from Ann Louise Gittleman...

DrugWatch.com is a comprehensive Web site database featuring extensive information about thousands of different medications and drugs currently on the...

September is here and it is my personal favorite month of the year. I enjoy the cooler weather, the start...

Greetings! I hope you’ve all had a great summer, hard to believe that Fall is practically here and the kids...

This is the second installment in my “Walking the Talk” series. Previously I answered the most common question I receive...

Walking the Talk One of the themes playing itself out lately in my life is the importance of both our...

As a nutrition consultant, one of the most frequent questions I’m asked by clients, friends, and other curious people is,...

Looking for natural cures for chronic diseases (cancer, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, digestive issues, emotional issues, etc) then take a...

Happy July 4th!  Celebrate your Independence, break away from the conventional thinking about fat.  Eat fat - it is good...

Wow! July already! Time to get outside and get that natural Vitamin D along with your healthy fruits and vegetables...

Several months ago I attended the Weston Price Foundation annual conference and spent a very interesting day on the learning...

PRESS RELEASEPROPOSED 2010 USDA DIETARY GUIDELINES --A RECIPE FOR CHRONIC DISEASEWeston A. Price Foundation Proposes a Return to Four Basic...

Want to drop a few pounds, feel better, sleep better, look better and eat real food?TWO WEEK SUGAR DETOX DIETThen...

One of the first books I read during my holistic nutrition training and a real eye opener.  This book tells...

Beware of the following heart-disease and herbal supplement interactions according to the Mayo Clinic:Ginseng with Warfarin (decreases the drug's effectiveness), Antidiabetes...

I just finished this book a couple of months ago and it is one of my favorites.  It is consistent with...

Ever wonder why your digestion never seems just quite right?  Well, as much as we don't like to admit it...

The classic book by Dr. Weston A. Price, the first book I read as I started to study nutrition, which...

Here's a sample day of healthy eating from my new meal plans.  Note - you can even have meat and potatoes!...

As the cover page says, "More than just a cookbook - a comprehensive guide for nourishing your life."  This is...

Back to Dr. Jonny today.  This is my second favorite book of his because not only does it cover food,...

Good Calories, Bad Calories by Gary Taubes clearly explains one of the key points I make with all my clients. ...

On Wednesday, May 19, 2010, Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle vetoed the “Raw Milk” Bill which had passed both the State...

As I mentioned the other day, I have many favorite nutrition authors, but there is a reason Ann Louise Gittleman...

As I start my series of book reviews it is difficult to know where to start. Naturally, I want to...

One of the reasons I got into this whole nutrition and wellness area was my desire to share my knowledge...

In my last post I introduced you to six natural ways to boost your energy through healthy eating behaviors. As...

Are you feeling tired? Run down? Don’t have the energy you used to have? Unfortunately you are not alone. One...

Last month I promised an article about two other “pioneers” of nutrition – Sylvester Graham and John Harvey Kellogg –...

Ever notice what happens at the beginning of the year? The New Year’s resolution. This is the year you vow...

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Feedback is important to all of us. We all want to know how we are doing and through constructive feedback...

In a prior article I introduced you to Weston Price, the dentist who traveled the world studying the nutritional qualities...

I am often asked by my clients or after a group presentation, “So, what do you eat?” My answer -...

To stay on top of all the latest nutrition news requires lots of reading, but also lots of sorting through...

This past week I gave several nutrition talks about the foods you should include in a healthy diet. I was...

Vitamin K may be one of the most overlooked vitamins when it comes to our overall health. It is one...

In the spirit of “back to school” I thought I’d offer a few thoughts on nutrition for kids. (Of course...

One of my pet peeves in the world of nutrition is all the false claims and misleading marketing that we...

On many of our minds is the current debate over whether or not to nationalize health care. From my own...

Here's some more reasons to avoid farmed fish, particularly salmon. This information comes from an article in the May 2009...

I'm sorry, but I have to do it again. The current issue of Diabetes Forecast was so loaded that I...

As I warn all my clients, there is a lot of hype around nutrition. The "health food industry" is in...

Here are five key nutrients that most of us are not getting enough of from our diet. One of them...

Pass the salt or not to pass the salt, that is the question. This is another area of nutrition confusion....

4/21/09 - my original article include agave nectar as a better choice. I have removed that reference.The last couple of...

I'll bet raised a few eyebrows! It did for me as well when I heard Sally Fallon say that at...

When I first wrote this I neglected to acknowledge the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes - two...

When it comes to what is considered good or bad for us to eat there are often differing opinions. That...

The Men’s Health January/February 2009 issue has an excellent article, What The Food Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know. I...

The Bell Off! Club is an online community sponsored by Men’s Health magazine. They have been sharing information and supporting...

Previously I described how breakfast is the most important meal of the day and how unfortunately it is a meal...

I’m sure you’ve heard it before. “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” “Don’t skip your breakfast.” Or...

I’m often asked my opinion on fat, so here it is! The bottom line – we need fat but we...

Last month I talked about my ten favorite healthy foods and received lots of positive feedback. The truth is there...

Every nutrition consultant has their list. So, here is mine. They are in no special order. They are all healthy...

I’m often asked the question, “What are the basic vitamins or supplements should I take?” While each person is unique...

This is the second article in a two part series about the prostate gland. In Part 1, we learned what...

You may be familiar with the old saying that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Here’s...

Hormones are biological chemicals produced primarily by the endocrine glands. These are the pituitary, pineal, thyroid, parathyroid, thymus, pancreas, adrenals,...

The best salt is unrefined salt. It is light grey, pink, or beige in color. Specific brands to look for...

Following is a list of sugars and corn products commonly found in packaged foods. Corn products are included because they...

Prior to refrigeration, freezing, and canning machines food was preserved through the process of lacto-fermentation. Lactic acid is a natural...

Kefir is a fermented food made from milk. It is rich in beneficial yeast and bacteria. These friendly micro-organisms play...

Stress - the source of much dis-ease and disease in the human body, mind, and spirit. Take a look at...

It’s that time of the year again – the New Year’s resolution. This is the year you vow to get...

I’m pleased to announce two new health and wellness programs – The Dick Diet and The Jane Diet. These two...

We read and hear a lot today about buying organic foods. They are supposed to be healthier for us. In...

This is another good one and another case where you really have to read your labels. Whole grains are a...

This is one of my personal favorites. With the wide acceptance that trans-fats are not healthy and one of the...

We’ve all been told to increase our consumption of Omega 3 essential fatty acids (found in fish oil). These are...

We’re all trying our best to eat healthier. Everyday we read or hear about the latest “healthy” food. We are...