by Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum | Jun 1, 2019 | Nutrition, Skin Health
Here’s an important fact: the skin has friendly bacteria just like the gut! Like in the gut, one of the many functions of the skin’s microbiome is to prevent infections. This is important because the skin is teeming with all kinds of microorganisms, and...
by Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum | May 30, 2019 | Ayurveda Blog, Nutrition
I would like to share some gems of nutritional/clinical knowledge based on my experience in treating patients from all stages of life. First, let’s discuss the nutrition and infants. Keep in mind that while doctors do amazing work in the realms of surgery,...
by Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum | May 24, 2019 | Ayurveda Blog, Women's Health
When someone presents with a urinary tract infection (UTI) antibiotics are usually given. What may happen in many cases is that the antibiotics will deplete the specific strains of friendly bacteria in the bladder. Since the friendly bacteria prevent...
by Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum | May 23, 2019 | Ayurveda Blog
Here are a few simple tips to integrate into your daily life to enjoy optimal brain health well into old age. Always: Eat ghee: it’s the number one most nourishing food for the brain. Do an oil massage to the scalp: the oil sinks in, both nourishing and...
by Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum | May 23, 2019 | Ayurveda Blog
The adrenal glands are responsible for our “fight or flight” response to stress. When stress is prolonged and the adrenals are forced to work overtime, they can become exhausted, leading to what is commonly called adrenal fatigue or adrenal weakness. Hans Selye, a...
