Hydrogenated oils can lead to a litany of health issues, including but not limited to heart disease, diabetes, and inflammation. In this Wellness Wiki, Dr. Stenzler explains exactly what hydrogenated oils are, why they are unhealthy and how to...
Read moreThe Skinny (or not so skinny) on Artificial Sweeteners
Did you know that consuming “sugar free” food products can cost you your health? Dr. Brian Stenzler talks about the potential negative impact artificial sweeteners can have on your health and that of your family. He also provides you...
Read moreThe Truth about Corn Syrup
Corn syrup and high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) are both forms of processed sugar, and they seem to be in almost everything processed and sweet in the United States. They are derived from corn and are just as sweet as table (cane) sugar but much...
Read moreNo Whey???
A lot of people are asking me why I choose a plant based protein rather than the others. So this week I will share with you some of the pros and cons to different protein sources as well as what to look for in a protein powder should you decide...
Read morePulp Fiction: The Raw Deal of Fruit Juice
A common question I have gotten for years is, “Should I juice my fruit and veggies or blend them?” This is a very controversial conversation with strong opinions by experts on both sides. I take a commonsense approach, which I combine with my...
Read moreTime to Kick the Can… The Soda Can
While drinking soft drinks is bad for the waistline and the teeth, regular consumption of soda can also be linked to diabetes, heart disease, asthma, COPD and obesity, as well as a litany of other health issues.
Read more6 Ways to Manage Your Emotions
If you’ve been keeping up with Wellness Wikis lately, you probably noticed that many of my blogs have been related to mental wellness. The reason for that, aside from it being one of the five keys (or facets) to a wellness lifestyle, is...
Read morePumpkin Seed Hummus Recipe
In this edition of Wellness Wiki recipe videos, Dr. Stenzler makes hummus with pumpkin seeds (rather than traditional sesame seed tahini) with his 5-year old son, Zion.
Read more6 Rules for Dealing with Negative People
We are currently living in arguably the most tumultuous times in a generation. As we come out of a first in a century pandemic, our world is now faced with yet another humanitarian crisis that can drag nations into a war that can lead to more...
Read moreLiving the DREAM Podcast Episode
If you knew you’d live to 100, how would you change your life today? That is the question that the author of The 100 Year Lifestyle, Dr. Eric Plasker loves to ask. Dr. Plasker has been a friend and mentor for over 25 years, and he has had a...
Read more14 Bedtime Rituals for Better Sleep
More than half of American adults say they experience sleep problems on a regular basis. The things you do before bed can determine whether you toss and turn or get a good night’s sleep. This Wellness Wiki will show you how to create...
Read moreIs Your Cookware Safe?
Ever since I started to get consistent with sending weekly messages and posting them on the Wellness Wikis blog page, I have been asked to share healthy recipes. I do have tons of recipes that I would like to share, but something that I always...
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