Ayur Webinar: Don’t Wait for a Diagnosis to Take Control of Your Health
Don’t Wait for a Diagnosis to Take Control of Your Health Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025Time: 5:30 PM PTLocation: Zoom Reserve Your Spot- click here Why This Matters Now October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—but prevention isn’t just about pink ribbons or mammograms. It’s about understanding how everyday choices—what you eat, how you move, how […]
Cancer Prevention Starts in Your Kitchen
An empowering reflection for Breast Cancer Awareness Month October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time when we celebrate advances in screening, treatment, and survivorship. But awareness isn’t only about pink ribbons or annual mammograms. It’s also about the quiet, daily choices that influence our biology far more than we often realize. Among those […]
Everyday Habits That Damage Your Metabolism
In my last blog, I shared why metabolic health—not BMI—is the true foundation of well-being. You may recall that only about 12% of U.S. adults meet the criteria for optimal metabolic health—even among those with a “normal” BMI. That means the vast majority of us, despite trying our best, are carrying some degree of hidden […]
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Practical guidance, rooted in science and tradition, to help you restore balance and protect long-term health Each month, we share evidence-informed tips and reflections on integrative medicine — blending conventional care, traditional healing systems, and mind–body practices that nurture the spirit.These are simple, practical strategies you can use to improve energy, build resilience, and support […]
Ayur Meet & Greet: October 15, 2025
Energy-Building Habits & Resilience Practices Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025Time: 12:00–1:30 PM PTLocation: Ayur Integrative Medicine130 Portola Rd, Ste F, Portola Valley, CA 94028 Why Join Us If you’ve ever felt tired, foggy, or unwell, and your doctor is still telling you, “your labs look great!” You’re not alone. As an integrative physician, I see […]
What Is Metabolic Health—And Why It Matters More Than Your BMI
What Is Metabolic Health— And Why It Matters More Than Your BMI If you’ve ever been told, “Everything looks fine—your BMI is normal,” but you don’t feel fine, you’re not alone. Maybe your energy crashes by mid-afternoon. You’re eating “clean” but not losing weight. Your labs are “within range,” but your sleep, focus, or digestion […]
Integrative Approaches to Metabolic Syndrome Treatment: Combining Conventional and Alternative Method
Integrative Approaches to Metabolic Syndrome Treatment: Combining Conventional and Alternative Method Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions, including high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, excess abdominal fat, and abnormal cholesterol levels, that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Managing metabolic syndrome requires a multifaceted approach. Combining conventional treatments with alternative methods […]
Health span vs. Lifespan: Understanding the Difference and Why It Matters
Health span vs. Lifespan: Understanding the Difference and Why It Matters In 2014, then-57-year-old bioethicist Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel wrote an infamous essay titled “Why I Hope to Die at 75” for The Atlantic. His provocative title grabbed headlines, sparking debates and discomfort. But Emanuel’s essay wasn’t about glorifying an early death; rather, it was a […]
Integrative Health & Wellness Strategies: Effective Treatments and Therapies for a Balanced Life
Integrative Health & Wellness Strategies: Effective Treatments and Therapies for a Balanced Life Pursuing health and wellness feels like a balancing act in today’s fast-paced world. Integrative health & wellness strategies offer a comprehensive approach, blending conventional and alternative treatments to foster overall well-being. At the heart of this approach is the belief that achieving […]
Power of Anti-Cancer Foods and Supplements | Ayur
Nourishing Wellness: Exploring Anti-Cancer Foods and Supplements In the ever-evolving journey towards optimal health, the choices we make daily at our dining tables or in our supplement regimen, especially when it comes to anti-cancer food and supplements, can significantly steer our path away from diseases, particularly cancer. With an arsenal of scientific research at our […]