Strengthening Your Core
Most people have probably heard that maintaining a strong abdominal core can help prevent back pain and keep good posture. But what about...
Healthcare Made Simple
Edmonds physician Dr. Ella Bostanjian wants to be the Goldilocks of medical care. Large medical centers can be too impersonal, while...
An Open Letter to the Gym
Once again in life, my coping skills had come under attack. I was being attacked by my mind and thoughts. I have a history of depression...
Serene and Natural
In a world where mental health issues have often been stigmatized, it is a blessing to many that with increased awareness has also come a...
Understanding Fibromyalgia
Scientists estimate that over 5 million Americans over the age of 18 suffer from fibromyalgia. Eighty to 90 percent of those diagnosed...
Your Body is a Wonder Lab
As a physician trained in the scientific method, I spent years immersed in the key elements of conducting experiments: making...
Hope for the Hopeless
“Dear God, if I am not gonna get any better, just let me die.” My old friend “Zachary’s” audible prayer shocked my eyes open. I stared,...
Find Your Tribe
The prospect of starting a healthier life is intimidating. It’s going to take effort, sacrifice and a personal acknowledgment that maybe...
Recipe: Roasted Rhubarb & Marzipan Tart
Serves 6 to 8 INGREDIENTS 1lb fresh rhubarb, trimmed 1 large orange, finely grated rind and juice 9 oz caster sugar 1¾ oz white marzipan,...
Healthy Tidbits
“Learning from experience is a faculty almost never practiced.” ~ Barbara Tuchman Mental Attitude: Being Lazy Shrinks Your Brain. Less...
