Ask Dr. Emil and Amanda

Do you suffer with allergies? Why do some people develop allergies and others don't? As spring approaches, you will want to tune into this episode as we answer why allergies occur and ways to minimiz…

Sparked from recent news headlines regarding a cholesterol study that looked at the association between dietary cholesterol and cardiovascular disease, eggs are back in the media spotlight and have m…

Stuffy nose, ear infections and allergies. These are just a few symptoms our children are experiencing. Children are taking more medications than ever, but are still sick. This is the first generatio…

Navigating the snack aisle can be a challenge when trying to eat healthy. Labels and nutritional claims on packaging can be deceiving and ultimately work against your health goals. We give you tips o…

Breakfast is often touted as the most important meal of the day and it was once said that skipping breakfast can ruin your metabolism. We go into why your typical breakfast may not be the best start …

Is "getting more exercise" on your New Year's resolutions list? Tune in as we provide tips on how to get the best results while also ensuring your workouts are more efficient, safe and enjoyable!

“Younger people are sicker now than ever before. Many experience symptoms and are being diagnosed with diseases early on. We explain why this is happening with younger generations and what actions to…

Think Halloween candy is bad for you just because of the sugar? We share some scary facts including 6 toxins often found in typical Halloween candy. Tune in to learn how we navigate this spooky holid…

Getting loved ones to change, especially when it comes to their health can be hard. We explain the concept of future pacing to put in perspective what can happen when health isn’t prioritized. Tune i…

We begin to hear sneezing and coughing all around us as the summer ends and fall approaches. Learn the shocking truth as to why the most common flu and cold treatments such as hand sanitizer, the flu…

Cholesterol is a tricky topic that has a lot of people questioning what to do. There’s a misperception that cholesterol is bad and statin drugs are needed. We provide details of how to understand the…

Whether it’s comparing our bodies, careers or successes to others, the comparison game is something we all have struggled with. Now, more than ever, it’s hard to escape with the over accessibility of…

Blood pressure issues are very common today! What causes high blood pressure? What’s the best way to lower it? Is taking medication to cover up an adaptive response from the body always the right ans…

Do you feel isolated and as though you are the only one out of your family and friends who is trying to better your health? We explain why people may not feel accepted by loved ones when making diet …

Our children are sicker than ever and what we are feeding them from birth through their adolescence can have a detrimental impact to their health. Today, cancer rates have skyrocketed, kids are becom…

Today 5 out of 6 people are dying of cancer or heart disease. We discuss the concept of epigenetics and taking a proactive and empowering approach to health instead of falling victim to the disease. …