Healing with Herbs & Spices – Part 1

Healing with Herbs & Spices – Part 1

In the age of prescription medications, holistically oriented folks turn to utilizing common herbs and spice remedies for healing conditions! And with good reason: thousands of years of experience with folk remedies should be noted and revered. So, here is a glimpse of READ MORE

Southwest Florida Blue Zones Project Certification

Southwest Florida Blue Zones Project Certification

When I came upon the Southwest Florida Blue Zones Book and read up on their project, it immediately struck the chord with me and my life philosophy. It was so great to realize that there were like-minded people living right next door to READ MORE

Plantar Fasciitis: Preventive Holistic Tips

Plantar Fasciitis: Preventive Holistic Tips

A common summer complaint I encounter in my medical practice is the searing foot pain in one heel, especially when people step out of bed. The cause of such pain may be plantar fasciitis, inflammation of the thick band of connective tissue on READ MORE

Back Pain: Common & LOW

Back Pain: Common & LOW

Question Asked via My Website: Over the past month, I have been experiencing severe lower back pain while lying in bed. I have no idea what’s causing it since I have not done any heavy lifting or unusual activity. Some nights the pain READ MORE

SOS for a Throbbing Tooth!

SOS for a Throbbing Tooth!

Question from the website: I have a sharp pain in a tooth of mine! I am allergic to benzocaine, so I can’t use over-the-counter numbing gels. What else can I try? My Opinion: Every toothache merits a visit to the dentist to rule READ MORE

Holistic Solutions to Summertime Skin Concerns

Holistic Solutions to Summertime Skin Concerns

I wanted to highlight some of the common summertime skin concerns and my holistic solutions for some of them. This one seemed suitable as this was a recent question asked on my website: “About a week ago I noticed a big red pimple READ MORE

Holistic Care for Your Tummy in the Summer

Holistic Care for Your Tummy in the Summer

Sensitive stomach is a common summertime malady. People with upset digestive system tend to feel more bloated and have more loose stools in the hotter months of the year. This often has to do with the surge in the serotonin levels as these READ MORE

Can Omega-3 Fish Oil Supplements be Toxic?

Can Omega-3 Fish Oil Supplements be Toxic?

I received this online question: I started taking an Omega-3 fish oil supplement because I heard it helps lower risk for a heart attack. NOW, I am hearing that some of these pills are tainted with toxic chemicals.  Should I toss mine? Here’s My READ MORE

Holistic Perspectives Chronic Fatigue – Episode 3

Holistic Perspectives Chronic Fatigue – Episode 3

Sharing easy, holistic fatigue-busting tips for an every day living. Avoid the negatives and fill our life with positives – this is key! As we have mentioned in the previous episode, it would be smart to remove the negatives from our lives as READ MORE

Skin & Common Health Concerns: Holistic Medical Doctor Tips

Skin & Common Health Concerns: Holistic Medical Doctor Tips

Patient asked: Two nights ago I went out for a walk and was ravaged by mosquitoes. Now one of the bites on my skin is surrounded by a 3” circle that’s red and swollen. Is this an allergic reaction? Dr.Kogan’s opinion: I don’t READ MORE

Chronic Fatigue: A Holistic Perspective – Part 1

Chronic Fatigue: A Holistic Perspective – Part 1

Chronic Fatigue is not someone else’s problem – it is everyone’s problem. In fact, it the most common reason for the primary care office visits in the world today. Regardless of your age, sex, creed, or status in life – Fatigue does not READ MORE

So You Are Afraid of Public Speaking – NOW What?

So You Are Afraid of Public Speaking – NOW What?

Many of my patients who work as executives and need to speak in front of large crowds, get cold feet right before the event. The symptoms range from pounding heartbeat and breaking into sweat to feeling woozy and unable to focus. Even some READ MORE

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