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Why does eating make me sleepy?

November 15, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

Question I practically fall asleep in my plate after every meal. Why does eating make me so sleepy? Answer Feeling sleepy after meals is a common symptom of insulin resistance, a risk factor for diabetes. Starchy foods and too much insulin Insulin resistance is common today and is a stepping-stone to diabetes. Overeating and eating a diet high in sugar and starchy foods causes insulin resistance. These foods include breads, rice, pasta, pastries, chips, potatoes, soda, sweet coffee drinks, … [Read more...]

Food allergies can prevent weight loss

November 8, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

QuestionI learned I have intolerances and allergies to certain foods, and that I need to avoid those foods if I want to lose weight. Isn’t it just a matter of eating fewer calories? AnswerSome people find they can’t lose weight through calorie restriction alone. When that happens several issues need to be investigated. One of the most important is food intolerances. Eating foods to which you are allergic or intolerant will prevent weight loss. Food intolerances cause inflammationFood … [Read more...]

Why do little girls reach puberty so early?

November 2, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

QuestionIt seems girls go through puberty much earlier these days. Why? AnswerIt’s true many girls reach puberty earlier today. Although the exact cause is not known, researchers suspect estrogen-promoting chemicals in the environment, obesity, and dietary factors to be the culprits. Earlier than everToday it’s common for girls to begin developing breasts at age eight—once considered abnormally young—and to begin menstruation at age 12. Earlier puberty not only may cause emotional … [Read more...]

Depression linked with bad digestion

October 25, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

QuestionI went to see my natural medicine practitioner for depression and she wants to work on my digestive health. I don’t get the connection. AnswerMany people would be surprised to learn how greatly gut health affects brain health. A poor diet, inflamed gut, and intestinal permeability definitely can promote depression. Depression a not-so-obvious symptom of poor digestionSometimes digestion issues are obvious; they cause gas, bloating, heartburn, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, or … [Read more...]

Dysglycemia Symptoms and Explanation

October 23, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

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Dr. Alaimo Discusses Male Menopause

October 23, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

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Gluten Sensitivity Testing

October 23, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

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Why do so many people have autoimmune diseases?

October 12, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

QuestionMy practitioner diagnosed me with Hashimoto’s and celiac disease, two autoimmune diseases. It seems many of my friends have an autoimmune disease too, including eczema, arthritis, Type I diabetes, and even multiple sclerosis. Why is it so common now? AnswerIncidences of autoimmune disease, in which the body’s immune system attacks its own tissue, have skyrocketed and continue to climb, affecting as many as one in nine Americans. Hygiene hypothesis incompleteThe media darling for an … [Read more...]

Anemia is a barrier to better health

October 4, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

QuestionI’m tired frequently and I have some chronic health issues I can’t seem to resolve. AnswerAlthough multiple factors can cause both tiredness and chronic health issues, anemia should always be investigated. Unresolved anemia will thwart your journey to better health. Anemia prevents normal functionBlood delivers oxygen to cells in the body and brain so they can function normally. Anemia starves the blood of oxygen. As a consequence function, maintenance, regeneration, and healing in … [Read more...]

Could I have a food intolerance?

September 27, 2011 By Dr. Joe Alaimo Leave a Comment

QuestionI’m told food intolerances can affect my health. How can this be true when I don’t have any digestive symptoms? AnswerSometimes it’s difficult to connect a food we eat every day with such health complaints as joint pain, brain fog, mood imbalances, congestion, skin rashes, or chronic inflammation. It’s not obvious a particular food is at fault until after you quit eating it for a period of time. The elimination/provocation dietA variety of lab panels can diagnose food allergies … [Read more...]