From hybrid work schedules to tentative holiday plans, uncertainty continues to influence our day-to-day lives. We can likely agree on one thing: that we're all doing the best we can to stay nimble and adapt to change. Whether it's a good night's sleep, a hearty breakfast, an afternoon walk or a phone call with a friend, a solid wellness routine can help keep us on track and … [Read more...]

Summer has come to a close, and with how trying the last year has been, one can hardly be blamed for feeling tempted to indulge in some pumpkin spice or other seasonal goodies. While the occasional treat is fine, it’s important not to overindulge. What we eat and how we eat it is a huge component of our gut health, one of the most critical components of well-being for both our … [Read more...]

Intermittent fasting is an eating plan that switches between fasting and eating on a regular schedule. Research shows that intermittent fasting is a way to manage your weight and prevent — or even reverse — some forms of disease. But how do you do it? Many diets focus on what to eat, but this plan is all about when you eat. As a weight loss approach it has been around in … [Read more...]

There are many reasons why someone might choose to go dairy-free. For many people, dairy foods like coffee creamer and cream cheese are such a regular part of our life that we can’t imagine what it's like to eat dairy-free. The typical reaction when someone decides to eliminate something from their diet — something they love — there is often disappointment. Our food habits are … [Read more...]

Ragweed levels are on the rise as the summer months draw to a close according to Rachna Shah, MD, a Loyola Medicine allergist who oversees the Loyola Medicine Daily Allergy Count. “A spike in ragweed tends to mark the informal start of the fall allergy season, which typically begins in mid-August,” says Dr. Shah. "This time of the year, we see less tree and grass allergens and … [Read more...]