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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

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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.

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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.

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Rebel Health Book Club: Lost Connections by Johann Hari

by Ellen Vora, MD on Jan 9, 2019 / Share

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

Having Trouble Sleeping? Can’t Stay Asleep? These 10 MD-Approved Tips Are Actually Proven To Work

by Ellen Vora, MD on Jan 6, 2019 / Share

Image by Studio Firma

Originally appeared on mindbodygreen.com.

So you can’t sleep? You’re in good company (read: nearly everyone these days), but it’s still a lousy problem. Chronic sleep deprivation can make you depressed, anxious, prone to getting sick, at higher risk for cancer, and it makes you more likely to gain weight and develop diabetes and dementia. Poor sleep is at the root of so many cases of ADD/ADHD, and, worst of all, it shortens our life span. And of course it doesn’t feel good to be jolted awake by an alarm when your body is screaming: No! I haven’t gotten enough sleep yet.

Let’s try to solve this problem right here and now, in eight steps—because you’re tired, and that’s about all you can handle at the moment…

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Small Daily Detox Practices

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 30, 2018 / Share

Here are a few quick, easy ways to support your body’s natural ability to detoxify every day.

How to Win at the Nutritional Scavenger Hunt

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 30, 2018 / Share

We’ve forgotten that food is how we get our nutrition, and we need nutrients to feel our best. Think of it as a scavenger hunt.

 

Overactive Bladder? Try This Simple Fix

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 30, 2018 / Share

So many of my female patients have chronic urinary symptoms. Here’s a simple, effective fix.

Why Feeding Your Kid Like a Precious Snowflake Is Worth The Trouble

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 30, 2018 / Share

It’s a lot of effort to feed your kid well. Here’s why it’s worth it.

Change The Structure Of The Work Week

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 30, 2018 / Share

We are overdue for a fundamental change to the way we structure work.

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Dr. Vora takes a functional medicine approach to mental health–considering the whole person and addressing the problem at the root, rather than reflexively prescribing medication to suppress symptoms.

She specializes in depression, anxiety, insomnia, adult ADHD, bipolar and digestive issues.

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