by Dr. Connie Jeon | Blog, Nutrition
Ghee is another name for clarified butter, and is a traditional healing food in India. It is made by heating butter until it liquefies into a golden liquid. The milk solids are removed, making it suitable for those who are lactose intolerant. You can also buy it in...
by Dr. Connie Jeon | Blog, Nutrition, Physical Therapy
As a Physical Therapist, I share a personal space with my patients when treating them. Over time, found that each patient brings their own set of expectations, fears, and perceptions to the table. The visit with me to facilitate healing only begins when our...
by Dr. Connie Jeon | Blog, Nutrition
Can food be inflammatory? YES. “Dietary patterns high in refined starches, sugar, and saturated and trans fatty acids, poor in natural antioxidants and fiber from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and poor in omega-3 fatty acids may cause an activation of the...
by Dr. Connie Jeon | Blog, Nutrition
Food Sources of Vitamin B1 Vitamin B12 is required for proper red blood cell formation and neurological function. It is bound to the protein in food and is released by the activity of hydrochloric acid and enzymes in the stomach. Those with low amounts of hydrochloric...
by Dr. Connie Jeon | Blog, Mindfulness, Nutrition
I practice Hot Yoga (Bikram yoga) regularly, and had a thought during the class as my fellow yogis were engaging in the conversation about the Fast Diet. One yogi did not agree with the yoga teacher touting and recommending the Fast Diet in class due to the...
by Dr. Connie Jeon | Blog, Mindfulness
Psychological research shows that serving others cultivates health and happiness. Wise Chinese proverb says: If you want happiness of an hour–take a nap. If you want happiness for a day–go fishing. If you want happiness for a month—get married. If you want happiness...
