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Purpose in Parkinson's: Finding Meaning Beyond Work
We all need a reason to get up in the morning—this is the importance of purpose.
Dr. Alex Armitage
6 days ago5 min read


More Than a Diagnosis: The Uniqueness of the Disease Experience
Even in advanced illness, every patient remains uniquely themselves. We are always more than a diagnosis.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Mar 93 min read


Cooking for Cancer Part 4: Smart Snacking Strategies
Eat real, nutrient dense food, and eat often. Maintaining weight and energy levels during cancer treatments can be hard, try these ideas.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Feb 114 min read


Cooking for Cancer Part 3: Nutrient Dense Foods
Nutrient-dense foods nourish the body giving you strength, resilience and energy; helping to support the immune system, and promote healing.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Jan 287 min read


Cooking for Cancer Part 2: The Many Superpowers of Herbs and Spices
Herbs and spices are powered with antioxidants and phytonutrients that boost natural immunity, reduce inflammation, and improve resilience
Dr. Alex Armitage
Jan 94 min read


Cooking for Cancer Part 1: Starting Simple
What we eat—and what we choose to avoid—has a powerful impact on cancer outcomes and can either help or hurt us.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Dec 8, 202410 min read


The Surprising Benefits of Stretching: Live longer with just 8 minutes a day
Uncover the surprising link between stretching and a reduced risk of all-cause mortality. Dr. Alex Armitage explains the unexpected benefits
Dr. Alex Armitage
Apr 3, 20248 min read


Is Protein the Secret to Aging Well? Exploring the Body and Brain Benefits
Protein holds the key to aging well in body and mind. We explore how much, when and what protein to eat.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Feb 24, 202410 min read


Food for Anxiety and Depression: Simple Steps to Enhance Your Mental Wellbeing
Discover the power of 'mood food' and its impact on mental health. Learn how simple dietary changes can reduce anxiety and depression.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Feb 5, 202413 min read


Flavors of Calm: Cooking as Therapy for Stress and Anxiety Management
Cooking is a versatile and powerful tool that can enhance our mental, emotional, and social well-being
Dr. Alex Armitage
Jan 14, 202410 min read


Navigating Anxiety: A Roadmap of 9 Actionable Items
Nine actionable steps to better control over anxiety.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Dec 26, 202311 min read


Bedroom Night Lights
While night lights often provide a sense of comfort and security in the darkness, they can interrupt our natural sleep-wake cycle.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Dec 2, 20238 min read


10 Tips for Healthy Eating on a Budget (And Some Great Sources of Inspiration!)
10 practical tips for making a whole food, plant-dominant lifestyle more affordable. You'll find a wealth of inspiration as well!
Dr. Alex Armitage
Nov 26, 20235 min read


Pain Relief Naturally: Top 20 Coping Tools
20 tips for managing chronic pain using holistic and complementary therapies.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Nov 14, 20239 min read


How Social Connection Impacts Your Health: The Health Costs of Loneliness
Loneliness can cause very real and serious physical disease. We offer five actionable steps designed to help you thrive
Dr. Alex Armitage
Oct 29, 202314 min read


Can Vitamin D Keep Your Mind Sharp? What the Science Says About Cognition
Vitamin D supplementation lowers the risk of dementia by 56%. You can increase vitamin D levels through sunshine, food or supplements.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Oct 22, 20239 min read


Ikigai: Finding Your Reason for Being
Ikigai encompasses the idea of finding one's life purpose, and living a life aligned with one's core values and passions.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Sep 15, 20235 min read


Eating Right with Early-Stage Kidney Disease: A Pathway to Preserving Kidney Function
Certain dietary adjustments that can slow down or even help reverse early stage kidney disease.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Sep 8, 20239 min read


Best Oils for Health and The Problem with Seed Oils
Olive oil, avocado oil, and coconut oil stand out as healthier options compared to highly processed seed oils.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Sep 1, 20239 min read


Exercise and Sleep: An Intimate Connection
There is a deep-seated link between exercise and sleep, here we explore this connection and what exercise is best.
Dr. Alex Armitage
Aug 27, 20236 min read
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