Banik Blogs, Blog, Chronic Pain, Migraine, Nutrition, Vision Health
When I introduce myself to patients as an Integrative Ophthalmologist specializing in Functional Medicine, I often get quizzical looks. The response is usually, “I’ve never heard of that before! What exactly do you do?” Many of my colleagues who are eye care...
Macular Degeneration Blog, Nutrition, Vision Health
Nutrition plays an essential role in preventing eye disease. Consuming a nutritious and well-balanced diet of eye-smart foods can help prevent diseases of the eye such as age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. Here are the top three foods for preventing...
Blog, Migraine, Nutrition
Adapted from MigraineAgain.com. https://www.migraineagain.com/weight-loss-make-migraines-worse/ Studies suggest a link between body mass index (BMI) and frequency, prevalence, and severity of migraines. If you have migraine and are overweight, a weight loss plan can...
Blog, Brain Health, Nutrition
As we get older, our brain starts to lose its ability to create neurotransmitters needed for optimal mental function. The symptoms of this decline vary in each person but can include changes in mood, having a hard time staying focused, having a hard time sleeping,...
Blog, Brain Health, Nutrition
Which types of diet and supplements are best for brain health? Here are some simple steps you can adopt in your lifestyle to help support your brain’s optimal function. The first thing is to start eating a Mediterranean-style diet filled with whole, organic...
Brain Health, Gut Health, Nutrition
Adapted from MigraineAgain.com. https://www.migraineagain.com/gut-brain-connection-migraine/ Have you ever heard of the Gut-Brain Connection? Migraine is well known to be associated with an array of gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, such as nausea,...
