By Irene Hayton Because of its name, many people assume that buckwheat is a relative of regular wheat. However, it’s not a true cereal grain—it’s actually the seed of a plant belonging to the same family as rhubarb. Buckwheat is...

By Dr. Matsen/Irene Hayton Some of the common complaints that I hear from my patients include: trouble sleeping (falling and/or staying asleep) digestive problems (heartburn, gas, bloating, etc) particularly later in the day feeling tired and/or sore when they wake...

By Irene Hayton  Look in any grocery or health food store and you’ll see an abundance of protein bars and energy bars. While these taste good and are convenient for people on the go, they are generally not healthy and...