By Raphael Kellman, M.D., Kellman Center for Functional and Integrative Medicine The gut microbiome and its power is one of the most exciting breakthroughs in modern times. Understanding the ways it can alter health for the better or worse can be life changing, inspiring us to take action to
Depressed? It’s Not All In Your Head! Microbiome Medicine Can Help By Raphael Kellman, M.D., Kellman Center for Functional and Integrative Medicine There is a distinct type of depression that presents with characteristics of a mood disorder combined with symptoms of gastrointestinal conditions. This is bit different than
Boost Weight Loss By Revamping Your Gut Microbiome I meet a lot of patients interested in losing weight. Often they have tried several diet and exercise programs only to wind up exactly where they were when they started. Aside from the pounds they wish to shed, there can be
Stop eating processed foods Swap out processed foods for nutrient dense whole foods. Pre-packaged foods may be tasty and quick but they offer almost no nutritional value and are frequently loaded with unhealthy chemicals, salt and sugar. True nutrient dense foods such as colorful and deep green vegetables, long
We’re deep into the heat of the summer and with sweltering temperatures everyone is heading out-of-doors for some sunshine and relief. Being known as a Lyme Disease doctor in NYC, these warm weather months brings us a wealth of Lyme-related questions. We’re so often asked the best natural treatment for
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a common endocrine system disorder in which women develop follicles on their ovaries. The standard treatment for PCOS relies on hormonal therapies such as birth control pills, which contain estrogen and progesterone, as well as medications to help ovulation. While some find relief with these approaches,
Every system, organ, and tissue is made of trillions of cells working together to create our bodies and their daily functions. Good health relies on the ability of these cells to communicate and carry out thousands of metabolic processes at any given time. All of these processes rely on cellular
Over the years I have found natural compounds to be an integral part of a comprehensive treatment plan. This goes for both patients wanting to optimize their health and also those struggling with long-term chronic conditions. While that’s true, frequently, people take supplements they’ve read about or were told worked
Spring has sprung. Flowers are in bloom, people are shedding their parkas, scarves, and boots. For most, this is a time of joy, re-birth, and happiness. For me, it’s pure dread. I am not ready to show skin! Panicked, I started researching my options to shed those unwanted 10 pounds
A healthy baby is the answer to your hopes and dreams. You are now more capable of giving this gift to your child than ever before. Why? Moms have known about the importance of a proper diet for a long time, including several foods to avoid. And we have known
With the focus on prebiotics and probiotics, the notion of “pH balance” is not center-stage. Yet, this vital health component is interwoven with microbiome health.n IS THERE AN OPTIMAL pH? There is no one pH level for the entire body. Different organs, tissues, and cells have different pH levels. On
This Italian egg dish makes a delicious hot lunch or an invigorating breakfast. Serve with a leafy green salad and enjoy the Microbiome Super- foods—asparagus and onion—which serve as a natural prebiotic. Although most frittatas include some form of dairy, we’ve subbed in coconut milk for cow’s milk and used
Artificial sweeteners are artificial. They’re approved by the FDA as food additives, not food. Saccharin, the first artificial sweetener, was discovered by a chemist searching for a coal tar derivative. He accidentally noticed the sweet taste. Saccharin became widespread in the1960’s and 70’s, appealing to dieters. Although it’s been
The Kellman Wellness Center conducts thorough research on which supplements are the safest and most effective, and don’t contain unnecessary additives or extraneous ingredients. Dr. Kellman and Sandra Mckenzie’s favorite Collagen Powder is available in our office and through our online dispensary. Here are some of the benefits of
A vitamin is an essential nutrient that must be obtained from food. However, with Vitamin D, this is not the case. Our bodies produce it. Only ten percent of the vitamin D needed by the body comes from food, such as oily fish like sardines and tuna, egg yolks, liver
