Welcome to the blog of Dr. Marcus Ettinger "Medical Detective" and "Digestion Coach"
I have been writing about health and the human body for over 35+ years. I do this to provide easy-to-understand information on complex topics. I also do this to cement everything I’ve learned in my brain. I hope the information presented on my blog helps you increase your understanding of the body, disease, and health.
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Low Vitamin D linked to Pelvic Floor Disorders in Women
Low Vitamin D Levels Tied to Incontinence Obstetrics & Gynecology: April 2010 - Volume 115 - Issue 4 - pp 795-803 A newly released research study suggests that vitamin D deficiency in women may be a predisposing factor to developing pelvic floor disorders like...
Filet mignon, spicy polenta, steamed cauliflower and perfect guacamole
Sunday night dinner at the Ettinger house. Perfectly barbecued, medium rare, filet mignon served with creamy, spicy polenta (charred Serrano and jalapeno peppers, half and half, butter, chicken stock and Parmesan cheese), steamed cauliflower (chicken stock with 3...
Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution
Dear patients, friends and family: I am issuing the following call to action. As most of you know I am extremely passionate about diet, nutrition and exercise. The lack of proper diet and exercise in our society is a full-blown epidemic and it's killing you, your...
Filet Mignon with Sautéed Wild Mushrooms and Asparagus
Sautéed wild mushrooms with butter, extra virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes, garlic, shallots, parsley, salt and pepper. Perfectly BBQ'd Filet Mignon Just another Friday night dinner at the Ettinger's Yea, I know, It looks tasty! You can't have a five star dinner...
Shrimp, chanterelles, spinach, butter and cream over pasta
I've heard people say that chanterells and shrimp won't work well together. Well, I say, try my recipe. It was killer. Ingredients: 1/2 lb shrimp 1/2 chanterelle mushrooms 1 cup baby spinach 1 clove garlic 1/2 lb angel hair pasta (we used no carb, konjac starch, angel...
Ultra Lite – Day 40
It's the morning of day (40) on the Ultra Lite program and I'm now down another half pound, 14.5 lbs total weight-loss - weighing in at 160 lbs. I am six days into my maintenance phase, and for the last three I have added two, six ounces glasses of red wine a day. The...
Lettuce Wraps (low calorie and low glycemic)
INGREDIENTS: Ground Turkey - 120 grams Mushrooms - 35 grams Lettuce - 60 grams Tomatoe - 30 grams Avacado - 50 grams Jalapeno - 20 grams Cilantro - 1 Tbsp Low Fat Mayonnaise - 1 Tbsp Habanero Hot Sauce - to taste Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 1 Tsp Sea Salt Pepper...
Ultra Lite – Day 34
It's the morning of day (34) on the Ultra Lite program and I'm now down another 1lb, a total of 14lbs lost - 160.5lbs. Now is the time I move into the Ultra Lite maintenance phase. My goal is to maintain my weight, a little may be lost, while dropping body fat. ...
Ultra Lite – Day 27
It's the morning of day (27) on the Ultra Lite program and I'm now down another .5lb, 13lbs total - 161.5lbs. My original goal weight was between 160-165lbs and a body fat of 10%. My estimate is that I will have to hit 155lbs to reach 10%. Diego Sanchez, watch out....
Ultra Lite – Day 25
It's the morning of day (25) on the Ultra Lite program and I'm now down another .5lb, 12lbs total - 162.5lbs. I am totally amazed that I could drop 12lbs in just 25 days, and this is for a guy who really didn't need to lose weight. I know people are looking for fads...