Category: Health

I keep pondering to myself why I see so many patients with low blood levels of vitamin D. Well in Oregon, it must be because we do not get enough sunshine right? Well I actually think this is wrong.  Of course UV (ultra-violet) light is a synthesizer of vitamin D but I have seen research…

 You may be asking yourself what it the problem with grains? I thought that grains were good for me, well at least whole grains. There are a few different problems with grain. First, grain is a primary source carbohydrate which converts into sugar. For most people, our diets are heavy in carbohydrate which means we…

The Paleolithic diet is a new diet based on old concepts. The purpose is to get back to what you where eating 500-1000 years ago. The emphasis is put on veggies, fruits, meats, nuts and seeds to give you the right balance of nutrition to run optimally . If you think about it, we are…

Here is a article below on the addictive qualities of high sugar foods and high fat foods. It is no wonder why people have such a difficult time changing what they eat. In my continual effort to educate my patients and the public, understanding that the decisions you make regarding what you put into your…

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the united states.  While a colonoscopy is the gold standard for medical prevention, there are a host of other preventative measures one can take when working to prevent this condition from occurring. 1) Make sure you are getting fiber on a daily basis. Constipation…

Bio-identical hormones are a great option for women who are dealing with symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats and mood changes. When these symptoms are arising in the body, they are occurring due to the low production of both progesterone and estrogen. This is typical for a women around the time of menopause when…

Farm fresh produce Dr. Buttler was at the market today cooking healthy veggies and fish to show families the benefit of whole foods. And it’s that time of the year again for farmers markets, gardens, and eating fresh produce every day.  It’s best to get 9 servings of fruits and vegetables a day, but it’s…

Reduce your Vitamin D intake in the summer time!   Are you taking vitamin D? If so you should be reducing your intake during the summer months. How come? Vitamin D is a synthesized in your body when your skin comes in contact with ultra-violet (UV) light.  During the winter months, the amount of UV…

Fun in the sun! The long summer days are finally here and soon the days at the beach or by the water will be calling you and your swimsuit.  So many people go for the crash course of dieting and working out until you drop, but this can be damaging and short-lasting for your body. …

  A fishy situation:  Lowering your cholesterol   Most Americans consume their fair share of oils from different sources, but you could be missing out on one very important oil?  Studies have shown that consumption of omega-3 fatty acids are particularly helpful in many metabolic processes in the body, lowering LDL aka “Bad”  cholesterol, raising…