Blog.

My Hunch About Obesity

by Ellen Vora, MD on Mar 15, 2018 / Share

Today I discuss my thoughts on the relationship between gut flora and obesity and chronic disease.

Sugar = Meltdowns

by Ellen Vora, MD on Mar 9, 2018 / Share

If you’re trying to minimize toddler meltdowns, it’s time to get serious about eliminating sugar.

Noodle Soup vs. Green Juice

by Ellen Vora, MD on Mar 6, 2018 / Share

Who would question that green juice is a health food? But some healthy foods end up being nutritious sugar-delivery devices, and some healthy diets end up missing some critical components.

Getting Off Psych Meds Is Hard As Hell

by Ellen Vora, MD on Mar 2, 2018 / Share

Why aren’t we talking about this? Getting off psych meds can be incredibly difficult, and most people struggling with this think it’s just them.

You’re Never Gonna Watch that Video You Just Took

by Ellen Vora, MD on Mar 1, 2018 / Share

When something incredible happens, we all reflexively reach for our phones to capture it. What if you resisted that urge and just showed up to experience it in all its impermanence?

Eat Clean But Still Have Hormonal Issues? Try This.

by Ellen Vora, MD on Feb 25, 2018 / Share

I’ve been noticing that many of my patients who eat clean still have hormonal issues like irregular periods and cystic acne. We end up solving the puzzle when we look to factors beyond food.

Surrender!

by Ellen Vora, MD on Feb 25, 2018 / Share

We had this 6 month trip all mapped out, and then 2 weeks in, everything changed. Today we discuss the art of surrendering.

Take a Break

by Ellen Vora, MD on Feb 23, 2018 / Share

One of the most striking lessons from the road is how other cultures place value on rest. I’m noticing that I found it nearly impossible to feel relaxed in NYC, even when I thought I was doing a good job managing stress. Now 2 months into this journey, I’m finally learning how to properly chill.

Are Soil & Water the Real Determinants of Health?

by Ellen Vora, MD on Feb 22, 2018 / Share

As I travel around the world I’m noticing the health of a population seems to have more to do with the quality of their soil and water than with the specific foods they eat. Pure speculation, but worth pondering.

Is Your Anxiety Really Hanxiety?

by Ellen Vora, MD on Feb 21, 2018 / Share

We’ve all heard of hanger. What I’ve learned in my practice is that so many people suffer from “hanxiety.”