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What Is It About American Gluten?

by Ellen Vora, MD on May 14, 2019 / Share

So many of my patients tolerate gluten abroad, and feel sick when they eat gluten in the U.S. Here are some possible explanations.

Why Lyme Disease Is On The Rise

by Ellen Vora, MD on May 14, 2019 / Share

Lyme disease has become such a significant problem. Here’s my latest thinking about why it’s on the rise.

The Medicated Generation

by Ellen Vora, MD on May 14, 2019 / Share

I’m deeply disturbed when I reflect on the population-wide experiment of medicating a generation of Americans.

Rebel Health Book Club: Lost Connections by Johann Hari

by Ellen Vora, MD on May 14, 2019 / Share

If you struggle with depression, please check out this incredible book. Run don’t walk.

Here’s What I Actually Love About Living in NYC

by Ellen Vora, MD on Jan 21, 2019 / Share

While I miss nature, here’s how I make peace with living in this concrete paradise.

In Defense Of The Microwave Oven

by Ellen Vora, MD on Jan 17, 2019 / Share

I know, I know, the entire wellness world is against microwaves. Well, here’s why I use mine.

Feeling Anxious? These 12 Vitamins, Minerals & Herbs May Help

by Ellen Vora, MD on Jan 16, 2019 / Share

collage of woman with herbs and supplements for anxiety

Image by Megan Doty x Luke Mattson / mbg Creative x StocksyDecember 20, 2018 — 8:00 AM

Originally appeared on mindbodygreen.com.

When anxiety reaches a fever pitch, many people want to reach for something that will help soothe their nerves and bring them back to calm—STAT. That’s understandable; anxiety and stress can be unbearable and hugely interfere with your life—including your health, your job, and your relationships. We have a lot of pharmaceutical options to choose from, many of which provide extremely quick and effective relief. It’s important to remember, however, that these pharmaceutical options are not without side effects, which range from weight gain to muscle weakness to decreased libido.

The good news is that there are actually plenty of safe and effective supplements for anxiety.

The 11 Best Natural Treatments for Depression & Low Mood

by Ellen Vora, MD on Jan 14, 2019 / Share

woman alone with collage of ashwagandha, fish oil capsules, hemp leaf and st john's wart

Image by mbg Creative x Good Vibrations Images / StocksyDecember 12, 2018 — 8:00 AM

Originally appeared in mindbodygreen.com.

We live in a culture that is conditioned to think If you don’t feel well, reach for a pill. In general, I buck against this mentality. I believe it’s possible to fundamentally heal from depression, anxiety, ADHD, and even bipolar disorder using other strategies—strategies that require a lot more than just taking a pill or two a day.