Health Tips for 2015 Speaking Engagement

I will be speaking tomorrow at the Southwest Inclusive Networking Group which meets from 8-9:30 AM at the Waterloo Icehouse on Slaughter and Escarpment.  I will be talking about Health Tips for 2015.  If you are in the Austin Area, I would like to see you there. To Your Health! Dr. Harvey

TLS – The Correct Weight Loss Solution.

In Parts 1 and 2 of this blog, I explored the items that you should consider before starting a weight management program.  Today we discuss the specific program that I recommend. So what types of weight management plans do I like?  I prefer the low/mixed Glycemic Index weight management system.  The Glycemic Index is a […]

What 10 Cans of Soda a Day for a Month Will Do to You

Those of you who have read this blog or have heard me speak in public know what I think about drinking soda.  I saw this article posted today and wanted to share its contents with you.  George Prior, a 50-year-old man, followed in the steps of Morgan Spurlock from the film Super Size Me, and […]

No Shave November

  The month of November brings us the No Shave November cancer benefit to raise awareness of men’s health.  For the month of we are urged to not shave and to give the money that we would have spent on shaving and other hair maintenance to cancer charity.  According to their website,  no-shave.org, this idea […]

Three Supplement Recommendations for the Fall Season

With the fall season comes changes in temperatures and the onset of cold and flu season.  It is well documented in the scientific literature that proper nutrition and proper supplementation can boost your immune system to help fight off those nasty bugs.  I have three recommendations for you to keep you healthy in this season. […]

Nutrition and Depression Part 3

In my previous post, I discussed how Omega 3 Fatty Acid and B Vitamins can help to fight depression.  Research has also shown that several minerals are involved in fighting depression as well. Iron – Iron deficient anemia has been shown to be associated with increased fatigue, apathy, and depression. Calcium – Anti-depression drugs can […]

Nutrition and Depression Part 2

In my previous post, I discussed how proteins and carbohydrates can help to fight depression.  There are many other types of nutrients that are involved in fighting depression as well. Omega 3 Fatty Acids – Previously on this blog, I have discussed how Omega 3 Fatty Acids can help to prevent Alzheimer’s Disease, and can […]

A Little Spark of Madness – Robin Williams

This is one of the best quotes from one of my favorites, Robin Williams.  This is great advice – that little spark of madness can help people to achieve great things, help people through the tough times, and change the world for the better.  Remembering this quote will help us to remember Robin. To Your […]

Nutrition and Depression Part 1

  With the recent death of Robin Williams, I wanted to understand the links between proper nutrition and depression.  While it has long been known that there are many documented links between nutrition and depression, I wanted to review which specific foods were involved.  With this post and with more in the future, let me […]

Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Alzheimer’s Disease

  According to a recent study published in the journal Neurology, there is a clear link between Vitamin D deficiency and an increased risk for Alzheimer’s Disease.  Older adults who are moderately deficient in Vitamin D has a 53% increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s Disease, while adults who were severely deficient had a 125% increased […]

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