About: Dr. John Douillard, DC
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Vitamin D has Astonishing Benefits.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 22, 2013 Do you know how to optimize your vitamin D levels for every season? A growing body of knowledge shows that, at optimized levels, vitamin D functions as a hormone rather than a vitamin, with numerous notable effects on the body. These effects include support for: • Healthy immunity • Healthy mood • Targeted support for [...] 2,477 views |
The Magic of Yoga, Breathing & Meditation.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 16, 2013 Photo: Jade Beall Photography Do you prefer yoga to meditation? Or meditation to yoga? For many of us in the Western world, moving our bodies is a lot easier than sitting with our unruly minds. For others, a daily yoga practice is just too much to ask, but meditation feels doable. With yoga, breathing techniques [...] 5,824 views |
Arjuna: An Herbal Hero for Your Heart.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 10, 2013 In India, this herb has commanded well-deserved respect from the research community. The bark from the Arjuna tree has been used for thousands of years in Ayurveda to support numerous health concerns including, prominently, cardiovascular health. Today, research is backing up these ancient claims and cardiologists are beginning to incorporate Arjuna into their cardio-care protocols. [...] 142 views |
Love After Death.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 2, 2013 It is an inevitable fact of life that we all must go sometime—but when we lose a loved one, it can be a very challenging time. From the Ayurvedic perspective, this time also holds the potential for great personal and spiritual growth. There is an old saying in Ayurveda: The pain and the fear is directly [...] 594 views |
Sneaky Names for MSG: Check Your Labels.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Apr 25, 2013 The dangers and prevalence of MSG will shock you! This flavor enhancer is linked to a host of health issues, including fibromyalgia (1), obesity (2), fatty liver (3), high insulin and blood sugar (3), high cholesterol (3), liver toxicity (3), metabolic syndrome (4), high blood pressure, disturbance to the gut-brain connection (5), neurological and brain [...] 2,351 views |
Can Fruit Make Us Fat?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Apr 19, 2013 I know it is hard to believe, but fruits can make you fat! 4,020 views |
Can You Live the “Royal Pace,” Just for a Day?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Apr 11, 2013 A royal would never be seen rushing. 405 views |
Outsmart Your Allergies.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Apr 4, 2013 Allergies can be miserable. With allergy season upon us, it’s important to start supporting the immune system before the first pollen surge hits. What you may not know is that the root cause of your allergies may not be environmental. According to Ayurveda, allergies are caused by chronic digestive imbalances that compromise immunity by congesting [...] 2,919 views |
Understanding Marijuana.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Mar 28, 2013 In Colorado, we have watched medical marijuana become legal, with dispensaries popping up all over the state, and a curious concentration here in Boulder. Recently, recreational marijuana has been legalized in Washington and Colorado, and legislators are scurrying to figure out what this will look like. No doubt the times are changing, and marijuana seems [...] 4,498 views |
What’s So Amazing about Khichadi?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Mar 21, 2013 Above all other Indian meals, there is one which is considered to help facilitate spiritual growth. It is the Ayurvedic detox food—but it can also be found on many dinner tables on a normal day, as it is loved for other reasons, as well. Khichadi, pronounced kich-ah-ree and sometimes spelled “kitchari” or “khichdi,” has long [...] 4,440 views |
5 Ways to Get Old…Fast.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Mar 14, 2013 Many baby boomers spend much of their time and money trying to stay healthy, reverse the imminent signs of aging, and rid themselves of pain. In my practice, the ones that seem to be paying the biggest price in their 40s, 50s and 60s are the ones who admit to a lifestyle of abuse in [...] 3,331 views |
An Ayurvedic Look at Living with the Cycles.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Mar 7, 2013 Do you feel like your life is a struggle? Do you crave sweets, caffeine, chips, bread or a nap in the afternoon? Do you finish your day feeling like you were hit by a moped, a car, or even a bus? Do you wake up tired without the motivation to get up and go? While [...] 3,724 views |
Energy Drinks: A Dangerous Experiment.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Feb 21, 2013 Ever since a number of deaths and overdoses involving energy drinks, the question has arisen, are these drinks safe? Dr. John Douillard explores why even “natural” energy drinks may pose such a serious threat, especially to teenagers and young adults, and why they may not be such a good idea even in “safe” quantities. 524 views |
An Old Man’s Love Story.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Feb 14, 2013 © Kristal Abbott / Pixoto Chyawan was an old man in his nineties when he found the love of his life. Unfortunately, his love was a young, beautiful woman in her twenties. Well, they fell in love and decided to marry and have children, but Chyawan was too old to start a family. So he [...] 109 views |
Got Ojas? How We Can Nourish & Replenish our Vitality.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Jan 24, 2013 What if there was a special substance in the body that governed sex drive, aging, immunity, radiant skin, vigor, mood, sleep, digestion, spirituality and physical strength? According to Ayurveda, there is. This substance is called ojas. In Sanskrit, “ojas” has two prominent meanings. In the context of physical health and vitality, ojas means “vigor.” In [...] 2,830 views |
The Perfect Poop.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Jan 17, 2013 You can learn a lot about the health of your body by taking a quick peek at your poop before you flush. 5,902 views |
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Arrive Healthy: How to Reduce Airplane Stress.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Nov 29, 2012 When I worked for the New Jersey Nets, I traveled 17 days out of each month for the 2000 NBA season. The job was great, but I felt the travel took years off my life. I remember waking up in hotel rooms swollen. My eyes were puffy, the ring on my finger was tight and [...] 389 views |
 Can a Married Man Resist a Beautiful Woman?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Nov 19, 2012 New studies on oxytocin show that the increased production of this “bonding hormone” may act as a love potion in keeping committed partners faithful to one another. 7,285 views |
Fiber for Dummies.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Nov 1, 2012 Source: asparagus.org via Lynn on Pinterest You’ve heard of the health benefits of a high fiber diet. It reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease by a whopping 40 percent, when compared to a low fiber diet. And it may not surprise you that Americans only eat about half the fiber they should in order to [...] 1,078 views |
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Throw Away Your Digestive Enzyme Supplements.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Sep 27, 2012 (…) 19,270 views |
Brewing this Fall: Weight Gain’s Perfect Storm.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Sep 21, 2012 Have you noticed yourself starting to gain a few early pounds of “winter weight” already? 1,325 views |
College Health Survival Kit.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Sep 13, 2012 College can be one of the most challenging times to stay healthy. Suddenly, things like basic nutrition and sleep are taken for granted, resulting in compromised immunity and making students susceptible to colds, acne, hormonal issues and more. With six kids, two in college and one a college grad, I have had firsthand experience keeping [...] 726 views |
Five Back-to-School Health Tips Every Parent Must Know.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Aug 30, 2012 photo: Svadilfari As we prepare our kids for going back to school, many moms and dads are dreading the upcoming cold and flu season. More and more parents are asking the question, “How can I prevent this and keep my kids healthy this year?” On average, school-age kids in America experience eight to 10 colds [...] 981 views |
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Could This Sugar Prevent Cavities?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Aug 9, 2012 I never thought I would be reporting on the benefits of chewing gum, as I have never been a big fan of it. That said, the research on a common sweetener found in some chewing gum and toothpaste brands is compelling! Not only has this sweetener been shown to prevent dental cavities (caries), it has [...] 245 views |
Drink This & Sleep Like a Baby .by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Jul 25, 2012 That hot cup of milk your grandmother gave you before bed may have been a powerful sleep medicine after all. While a staggering 30 percent of Americans suffer from chronic insomnia (1), few realize that chronic insomnia can increase the risk of most degenerative diseases (2). Experts link rising stress levels and elevated cortisol (a [...] 3,799 views |
Make this Yummy Facial Moisturizer at Home.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Jul 18, 2012 … 1,482 views |
Caring for Your Skin—Your Largest Detox Organ.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Jul 11, 2012 photo: o5com How to Make a Facial Cleanser & Mask. We all want younger, healthier, more radiant looking skin. In the past, I have written extensively on how to restore the function of the inner skin, by which I mean the epithelium that lines the heart, gut, lungs and arteries. Today I want to discuss [...] 2,133 views |
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“Zero Trans Fats”—Don’t Be Fooled.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Jun 27, 2012 … 320 views |
Protect Your DNA: New Anti-Aging Discovery.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Jun 22, 2012 … 726 views |
How Much Faith Do You Put in Your Sunscreen?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Jun 6, 2012 Are you relying on sunscreen to protect against skin cancer? According to a new report released by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), there is surprisingly little proof that sunscreens prevent most skin cancers! (1) According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, “Sunscreens should not be the first choice for skin cancer prevention and [...] 2,111 views |
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Too Wiped Out to Work Out?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 24, 2012 Are you feeling too tired to exercise, even though you know how good it is for you? Or, are you frustrated with poor workout results? Many people are either too fatigued to get a good workout in, or they work hard, sweat a ton, and invest a lot of time—with little benefit. The cause may [...] 755 views |
The Truth about Sports Drinks.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 17, 2012 Rehydrate the Right Way. Do you find yourself trying to get the most effective workout possible by gulping sports drinks during exercise? Many people who work so hard during exercise are sabotaging their weight loss and fitness success without realizing it. Join me as I discuss how to maximize your hydration routine during exercise and [...] 825 views |
10 New Reasons to Eat Veggies.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 14, 2012 You know you should be eating your vegetables, but do you know why? Did you know, for instance, that eating more vegetables can help you reduce stress, increase attentiveness, reduce cravings, and lose weight? The truth is, while most of us know we should be eating plenty of vegetables, few of us actually eat enough. [...] 2,656 views |
The Chocolate Effect.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 7, 2012 Not All Chocolate Is Created Equal The research is compelling—there are so many studies touting the health benefits of cacao. The Greeks called it theobromo or “food of the gods.” Others called it the “food of the devil”—suggesting there may be a “dark side” to chocolate. Let’s dip into the very controversial issue of chocolate: [...] 2,315 views |
Quiz: What’s Your Emotional Body Type?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 3, 2012 … 3,699 views |
The Truth About Sweeteners: Natural & Artificial.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on May 1, 2012 … 5,371 views |
Crave Sweets? Home Screen Your Risk for Pre-Diabetes.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Apr 13, 2012 I have many patients who come in to see me with no physical complaints and, once screened, are revealed to be either pre-diabetic or even diabetic. Unfortunately, your annual blood test could easily miss a pre-diabetic condition. This is a huge oversight in the medical system. That’s why it’s so important to screen yourself and [...] 2,163 views |
Is Your “Healthy” Diet Silently Causing Pre-Diabetes?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Apr 6, 2012 Did you know at least one-third of Americans are at imminent risk of becoming diabetic? If you experience food cravings, mood swings, anxiety and depression, irritability and/or fatigue, you might unknowingly be at risk. The scary truth is, even a “healthy” diet can put you in the danger zone. You may have heard that diabetes [...] 14,119 views |
How to Protect Your Heart at Any Age.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Mar 29, 2012 Cholesterol is very important for many bodily processes like building cell membranes and hormones. Notoriously, it is also intimately connected with cardiovascular health. But knowing your cholesterol levels alone is not enough—we need to look at the levels of lipoproteins. 243 views |
One Saturated Fat You Should Eat.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Mar 22, 2012 You guessed it: coconut oil is composed predominately of the very rare medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA), also known as medium-chain triglycerides (MCT). Virgin coconut oil has the highest concentration of MCFA outside of human breast milk. Because of its saturated structure and smaller size compared to LCFA’s, it is extremely stable and resistant to oxidation with at least a two year shelf life. In fact, many experts agree that coconut is the “only” oil that should be used for cooking, as it is the most heat stable. 974 views |
Too Hungry to Sleep?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Mar 7, 2012 Insomnia is actually a deep level of exhaustion. In my last article, I talked about how most people with sleep trouble think they have too much energy and simply can’t settle down. Odd as it may seem, the body needs energy to calm or sedate itself for sleep. Without energy, we stay awake, “wired and [...] 4,959 views |
Too Tired To Sleep?by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Feb 28, 2012 In my practice I’ve observed that most people who cannot sleep at night are deeply exhausted and often physically, mentally and emotionally depleted as well. Odd as it may seem, the body needs energy to settle itself down to sleep. A person at this deep level of exhaustion may not have enough energy to settle their moods, and the result is that they stay wired, unable to truly rest. 2,245 views |
Eat Six Times a Day? The Dangers of Frequent Eating.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Feb 24, 2012 Eating frequent small meals are being touted as health-beneficial practices. But with food on every corner, have we lost our ability to tolerate missing a meal?… Eating breakfast, lunch and supper with no snacks in between will provide a natural fast in between meals that will encourage fat metabolism. 15,288 views |
PMS & Menopause: It May Not Be Hormonal.by Dr. John Douillard, DC on Feb 15, 2012 Over the years I have worked with countless women suffering from uncomfortable and/or painful menstrual cycles. Often, these same women who experience problematic periods throughout their childbearing years also experience more symptoms during menopause. Many of these women have been led to believe that [...] 1,283 views |
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