Why women face higher risks of fatal heart attacks than men
Karen, a 52-year-old mother of two, had always been healthy. She exercised regularly, ate well, and never smoked. Yet, one day, she felt unusual fatigue...
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Outsmarting genetic heart risks: A holistic approach to cardiovascular health
When Sarah was diagnosed with high cholesterol and hypertension at 45, she was devastated. Her father and grandfather had died of heart attacks in their...
Indian heart expert brings holistic therapies to Encinitas
ENCINITAS — In a 30-year mission to prevent heart attacks and strokes that started in India, Pratiksha Gandhi has brought her holistic approach to preventative...
NTENTION TALK: Your health is vital
As my family and I have recovered from COVID-19 for the first time in three years, I am reminded of the importance of basic health....
NTENTION Talk: How to remove the noise
Life feels so fast most days, and it has become a skill to slow down and connect. Of course, we value productivity and doing more...
Weight loss and intermittent fasting: More studies, fewer headlines
A controversial recent study with new headlines regarding weight loss in the national forum. The New England Journal of Medicine published a recent study using...
Maintaining your weight without exercise
Weight loss is a journey that starts from your current weight. Individual weight is a reflection of the homeostasis your body has achieved based on...
Fasting for better health
There is new research regarding obesity and weight loss that uncovered some interesting findings this past year. Local researchers at UC San Diego noted that...
Spring cleaning for better eating habits
I was asked by a patient to give them a list of spring cleaning recommendations for better eating habits and I feel like some of...
Healthy Living: Personalized weight loss
February brings spring into the air and this season is a time when some people start to make goals for the upcoming summer. Patients and...
New year’s resolutions by Dr. Kern Brar
New year’s resolutions are a great way to improve your life. I believe each of us has the willpower to improve our health. We can...
Holiday weight loss tips
Gathering for the holidays is a tricky time for those trying to watch their weight. We have tempting seasonal desserts that are too delicious to...