by admin | Jun 24, 2025 | Newsletter |
I want to invite you TONIGHT at 6pm to 7:30pm for an informative webinar. Please see below. If you want to register, please do so by 5pm today by emailing Nick Novak at nnovak@nycms.org EFT Classes: Please check out my dear friend and colleague, Dr. Patricia Muehsam’s EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) online classes–beginning TOMORROW. EFT has been shown to help some people feel better. The New York Times just did an article about it: What Is Tapping, and Can It Really Improve Mental Health? It may not help everyone, and the research is not conclusive yet, but Dr. Muehsam finds it helps her and her patients. To learn more about her EFT classes please click Dr. Muehsam EFT Tapping Class. To Your Health, Dr. Jill Past Newsletters: Please feel free to read my past Newsletters on my blog Dr. Jill Baron Newsletters and Blog which has helpful tips for you to feel good and optimize your health. Feel Free to Forward to a Friend: If a friend has forwarded you this email, I invite you to receive my Newsletter by clicking on the link Dr. Jill Newsletter Sign Up. After filling out the form, you will receive a Stress Management Guide gift in your inbox! Please click on the book image to purchase on Amazon! A Great Gift for Health! Disclaimer: Please note that the content on this Newsletter does not constitute medical advice. Please consult with a physician before making any medical, nutritional, or lifestyle changes recommended in this...
by admin | Jun 17, 2025 | health |
Climate change is causing global warming, and we are at risk for its effects on our health. We must be prepared when we are outside to prevent heat related illness. Heat exposure can also affect the immune system, the cardiovascular system, and cause inflammation and gastrointestinal symptoms (1). Please refer to my earlier Newsletter for important tips to prevent Heat Related Illness: Dr. Baron’s Tips to Prevent Heat Related Illness. Here are 5 More Strategies to Beat the Heat: 💧Hydration: Add a pinch of sea salt and a splash of lemon or coconut water to boost electrolytes naturally—especially if you’re sweating more than usual (2). 🥗 Eat Cooling Foods: Cucumber, watermelon, mint, and leafy greens help cool the body and support detox pathways. (3) 🌞 Protect Your Cells from Oxidative Stress with antioxidant foods such as with organic berries and watermelon, and Sockeye salmon, which is rich in astaxanthin, which supports mitochondrial function (3, 4, 5, 6, 7). 🌬️ Time Your Physical Activity: Exercise early or late in the day when it’s cooler. 🧠 Calm your nervous system with breathwork, hydration, and being in a cool comfortable environment after exposure. Stay well and stay cool, Dr. Jill Please Note: 🌿10% off supplements through my online store: 👉 Dr. Baron’s Online Store *Remember to always discuss supplementation with your healthcare provider before starting them. 📚 References 1. https://newsroom.heart.org/news/heat-exposure-may-increase-inflammation-and-impair-the-immune-system 2. Kuberski T, Roberts A, Linehan B, Bryden RN, Teburae M. Coconut water as a rehydration fluid. N Z Med J. 1979 Aug 8;90(641):98-100. PMID:290921. 3. Manivannan A, Lee ES, Han K, Lee HE, Kim DS. Versatile Nutraceutical Potentials of Watermelon-A Modest Fruit Loaded with Pharmaceutically Valuable Phytochemicals. Molecules. 2020 Nov 11;25(22):5258. 4. Blueberries in focus: Exploring the phytochemical potentials and therapeutic applications. Journal of Agriculture and...
by admin | Jun 6, 2025 | health |
I recently returned from my college reunion. Overall, it was a wonderful experience–filled with nourishing connections, interesting lectures, a talent show, and a moving memorial service for classmates who have died. My usual routine of daily meditation, a reasonable bedtime, and getting to the gym was disrupted by late nights, multiple interpersonal conversations, and as well as some self-comparison to others’ lives and fortunes. I did garner a lot of steps from walking around the campus and moving on the dance floor. I arrived home feeling both exhilarated as well as contemplative about my life, and the lives of my classmates. It was an emotionally and physically intense experience. A few days later, I came down with a cold. This Newsletter is about what we can do before, during, and after our next Reunion to have a smoother and healthier recovery. 🌀 Preparing for & Recovering from a High School or College Reunion Reflect • Reconnect • Renew Whether it’s been 10, 20, or 40 years or more, Reunions can stir up a swirl of emotions—from joy and nostalgia to comparison and self-doubt. Here’s how to prepare for and recover from your Reunion with clarity, compassion, confidence, and good health. 🌱 Before & During the Reunion: ✔ Go with an Open Mind: Be curious—not competitive. We’re not there to impress, but to reconnect and reflect. ✔ Manage Expectations: Reunions can be awkward, heartwarming, or beautiful—sometimes all at once. ✔ Don’t “Fake It”: Trying to prove yourself can heighten anxiety. Just be you—your growth speaks volumes. 🧠 After the Reunion: Process & Heal 1. Reflect & Release Old Narratives Ask yourself: What did I learn? What felt true? What...
by admin | Apr 3, 2025 | health |
Today is National Walking Day! It is the first Wednesday in April every year. Walking is considered “a powerful anti-aging intervention.” (1) It has been shown to increase stress resilience and DNA repair as well as decrease oxidative stress and inflammation and cause mitochondrial rejuvenation. (1) These mechanisms help us age vitally and help to increase our healthspan. (2) What are the Benefits of Walking? (1) 1. Reduces Heart Disease Risk 2. Reduces Hypertension Risk 3. Reduces Type 2 Diabetes Risk 4. Reduces Risk of Cancer 5. Improves Sleep 6. Reduces pain and improves function in muscles, bones, and joints 7. Improves mental health 8. Improves Resilience How to Get Started Walking: 1. Start slow if you have been sedentary. It is always recommended to consult your health provider before starting an exercise program. 3. Check out these Mayo Clinic Guidelines about Walking.(4) 4. You can meet the American Heart Association Guidelines for aerobic activity by doing brisk walking for at least 30 minutes, 5 times per week.(5) 5. Aim for 8,000 to 10,000 steps per day (1), although Dr. Lee of Harvard (3), says at least 7000 to 8000 steps is enough. Remember that all steps count, including doing housework and daily activities. For a complete exercise program it is helpful to add strength and resistance training and flexibility exercises. Why not use today, National Walking Day, to take steps to get more active. To Your Health, Dr. Jill References: 1. Ungvari Z, Fazekas-Pongor V, Csiszar A, Kunutsor SK. The multifaceted benefits of walking for healthy aging: from Blue Zones to molecular mechanisms. Geroscience. 2023 Dec;45(6):3211-3239. 2. https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mayo-clinic-q-and-a-lifespan-vs-healthspan/...
by admin | Mar 24, 2025 | health |
Welcome to Spring! This issue of the Newsletter is about one simple action you can take to potentially decrease your risk of dementia. There are several beneficial measures we can take to improve our memory–including my “Don’t Mess with Stress™” protocol of anti-inflammatory Diet, Stress Management including meditation and yoga, Exercise, and quality Sleep; as well as optimal blood pressure, lipids, and blood sugar, good hearing, and social connection, to name a few. In addition, there are several supplements one can take to enhance brain function. One supplement was recently shown in three studies from the COSMOS (COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study) trials, to slow cognitive aging and improve memory.(1,2) That supplement is a Multivitamin. The multivitamin used in the trials was Centrum Silver with lutein and lycopene. What This Means For Us: ✓ A daily multivitamin might help keep our memory sharp. ✓ Works for older adults: Benefits were seen in people who started in their 60s and 70s. ✓ Look for specific nutrients: The multivitamin used in the studies contained lutein and lycopene, which may have contributed to the benefits. ✓ Specific memory help: Improves “episodic memory” – remembering personal experiences and events – which often declines first with age. ✓ Part of your health plan: Best when combined with healthy diet, exercise, social activities, and mental stimulation. I often recommend Pure Encapsulations brand, O.N.E. Multivitamin, which has Lutein and Lycopene, and also higher amounts of certain vitamins such as B12 and Folate, than the vitamin used in the studies. I offer discounts on the Pure Encapsulations O.N.E. Multivitamin and other Supplements through my Online Store: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/drjillbaron. Please Note: Before starting any new supplement, please speak with your healthcare provider, especially if you take medications or have health conditions. I hope this issue of the Newsletter is helpful...
