As I communicate with health care practitioners all over the world both directly and indirectly, I am continually confronted with the question of science. By that I mean scientific evidence that supports my conclusions or, to add more insult, actually challenging my clinical results. I asked a practitioner recently if he ever challenges the pharmaceutical rep when they drop off samples? He answered, “I don’t need to because they always have documentation in volumes on the product.” I then asked if he ever read this “evidence” and he said “not really but I’m comfortable with whatever it says because of the reputation of the company.”

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I sent out a recent blog discussing the importance of Interactive Conversation with patients, particularly in the area of nutrition. I wanted to talk about my favorite way to do this, which is to open a discussion with a patient on how much they know about the “Gut” and its importance to overall health.

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I recently returned from a wonderful visit in Tokyo, Japan. I was invited for the introduction of the new Japanese translation of my book, The Healing Power of Enzymes. It has the same colors, but of course is in Japanese script. It is a very strange thing to see your picture on a book that you can’t even read!

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On the morning of his 42nd birthday, Grabwell Grommet awoke to the peal of particularly ominous thunder. Glancing out the window with bleary eyes, he saw written in fiery letters across the sky: “Someone is trying to kill you, Grabwell Grommet.”

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Once upon a time a very strong woodcutter asked for a job in a timber merchant, and he got it. The pay was really good and so were the work conditions. For that reason, the woodcutter was determined to do his best. His boss gave him an axe and showed him the area where he was supposed to work. The first day, the woodcutter brought 18 trees. "Congratulations," the boss said. "Go on that way!" Very motivated by the boss’ words, the woodcutter tried harder the next day, but he only could bring 15 trees. The third day he tried even harder, but he only could bring 10 trees. Day after day he was bringing less and less trees. "I must be losing my strength," the woodcutter thought. He went to the boss and apologized, saying that he could not understand what was going on. "When was the last time you sharpened your axe?" the boss asked. "Sharpen? I had no time to sharpen my axe. I have been very busy trying to cut trees..." (Stephen Covey, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People)

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On the surface this seems like a very simple question, but as I have gotten older and more experienced I am discovering how complex the answer really is. I personally believe that the complexity of the answers lies in the reality of the ever-increasing body of work (research and clinical data) that we are all being exposed to in this age of “information.” You as a practitioner have got to be asking yourself how do I keep up with the science? Who do I trust that’s giving me the straight scoop? How do I explain it to my patients? These are all legitimate concerns and why I see a lot of practitioners throw up their hands and back off completely. Okay I’ve identified the problem, but what is the solution?

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As an advisor to thousands of practitioners, I try and continually use my experience and comment on the many questions I get from my audience. In retrospect, after reviewing my past blogs I believe I am remiss in addressing one very key area and that is the business aspect of incorporating “serious” nutrition into a practice.

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The Health of America's Children and Young Adults Is in Jeopardy
Over the years there has been a growing awareness of worsening and more complicated digestive challenges. What were once termed fungal problems are now fungal dysbiosis, creating allergies with a more forceful terminology such as cerebral allergies!

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Monsanto Scraps GM Maize in France
Monsanto has decided not to sell its genetically modified maize in France. Recent statements from Monsanto said it "considers that favorable conditions for the sale of the MON810 in France in 2012 and beyond are not in place." "This position was expressed several times and confirmed with the French authorities," it added. Read More Here.

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I want to wish each of you a wonderful Holiday Season. It truly is a time of gratitude and thankfulness as we look forward to the enjoyment of family and friends along with the wonderful meal we are planning to fix and consume.

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