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Stay in the know with helpful tricks and information that can significantly change your health for the better. Dig into topics like how to naturally increase good bacteria in your gut, or what foods to eat to help promote heart health. Dr. Kulka’s goal is to help you understand the difference between diet fads and effective dieting, along with discovering simple ways to do better. Take charge of your health today.

Honored to be quoted in EatingWell’s “6 “Bad” Carbs to Support Your Brain Health, Recommended by Health Experts”

April 11, 2024 / Blog

I was delighted to contribute to the recent article in EATINGNWELL about carbohydrates that are actually considered healthy and support brain health, as recognized by multiple medical experts. The article was also piMaintaining

Navigating the Holidays: A 2023 Guide to Healthy Celebrations

November 22, 2023 / Blog

As we find ourselves once again at the brink of the holiday season, it’s time to revisit some timeless tips from the past and incorporate a new challenge for a healthier, more mindful

Self-Care for Medical Caregivers: Nurturing Yourself While Caring for Loved Ones

October 25, 2023 / Blog

As a medical caregiver, your days are often dedicated to tending to the health and well-being of others. It’s a noble role that comes with immense responsibility, especially when your loved ones are

Turning Knowledge into Action: From “I Know What to Do” to “I’m Doing It”

September 27, 2023 / Blog

We’ve all been there, standing at the crossroads of knowledge and action. You’ve read the books, watched the videos, and absorbed all the advice on living a healthier life. You know what to

Navigating the Health and Wellness Maze: Unraveling Fads, Myths, and Reality

August 22, 2023 / Blog

By Dr. Matthew Kulka In today’s dynamic world of health and wellness, where trends and information abound, it’s crucial to distinguish between what’s genuinely beneficial and what’s just a fleeting fad. In this

Dr. Kulka’s advice on Supplements

June 1, 2023 / Blog

Green Tea and Other Nutritional Supplements – Helpful or Hurtful? I want to tell you about some important information related to dietary, nutrition and health supplements that you may have tried, thought about

Dr. Kulka’s 5 Food Rules

May 4, 2023 / Blog

As a practicing physician, I get the chance to speak to patients daily about the decisions they make when eating. I always tell them the best way to eat is to plan a

Is Diet More Important than Exercise for Weight Loss?

March 15, 2023 / Blog

In my professional experience as a physician, I’ve noticed that many people who struggle to lose weight devote too much time to the treadmill, not the salad bar. As I tell my patients, “Six-pack

The Science behind Wegovy and other new GLP-1 weight loss meds.

February 14, 2023 / Blog

Everyone wants the secret to weight loss, and drugs are often seen as an easy shortcut, though they may provide significant consequences. One drug that many of my patients have asked me about

Introducing the New Seriously Simple Steps Program

January 23, 2023 / Blog

Are you struggling to lose weight? Have you tried several different diets only to be disappointed? Dr. Mathew Kulka has created a sustainable weight loss program designed to deliver long-term results. Seriously Simple

What You Need to Know about Diabetes Type 2

January 11, 2023 / Blog

We all know someone who has it. Diabetes type 2 is common and seems like an epidemic these days, but what exactly is it, and what can we do about it? First, it’s

Make A New Year’s Plan Instead Of A Resolution

January 3, 2023 / Blog

Forget the New Year’s “Resolution” to eat healthier….Instead make a New Year’s “Plan” to actually do it!

Do This in December

December 6, 2022 / Blog

We just finished a big holiday with family and friends. I am sure most of us had healthy portions of turkey, stuffing and just a few tastes of the deserts. I hope that

Dr. Kulka’s Healthy Thanksgiving Tips

November 11, 2022 / Blog

This is the time of year to eat! It starts next week with Thanksgiving and doesn’t seem to end until the new year begins, and then you start to regret all that you

Nuts about Nuts

November 8, 2022 / Blog

A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine about the benefits of nut consumption revealed that a handful of nuts a day could decrease your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and

Confessions of a Former Vegetarian

October 25, 2022 / Blog

A few years back, I decided to try a vegetarian diet for a week. One week turned into six months of a primarily vegan diet (no meat, no fish, no milk products.) Then

What is the big deal with GMOs?

October 11, 2022 / Blog

GMOS or genetically modified organisms are living organisms or things that have been genetically altered for specific purposes and used in the food, pharmaceutical and other scientific based industries. I mostly refer to

Probiotics: What Are They? Should I? Shouldn’t I?

September 26, 2022 / Blog

We all have bacteria and other microorganisms in our gut or gastrointestinal systems. They normally live in our stomachs and intestines. We actually could not live without them. The good bacteria help us

Flu Shot ?

September 18, 2022 / Blog

These are the most common excuses people give when trying to refuse the flu shot in my office: “I don’t need a flu shot because I don’t get sick.” and “But, my friend

Sugar = Heart Disease

September 9, 2022 / Blog

A Study Finds Adding Simple Carbs/Sugars to Your Diet Increases Risk of Heart Disease The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) published a study showing that added sugar in diets causes an

Stressed Out? Try Exercise and Meditation!

September 1, 2022 / Blog

Most of us feel some level of stress nearly every day, but there are natural and healthy ways to help quell these feelings of anxiety.

Not All Bread is Bad

August 23, 2022 / Blog

If you’ve been following my blog, you are probably well aware that for a healthy diet and gut I recommend keeping processed and other simple carbohydrates to a minimum. These carbohydrates include bread.

The Truth About Calories

July 6, 2022 / Blog

It might surprise you to learn that not all calories are created equal. Get the scoop on which foods have “good” (i.e., nutrient-rich) calories and which types of calories you might want to

Top 10 Benefits of Regular Exercise

July 6, 2022 / Blog

Looking for a reason to begin a new exercise regimen? Here are 10 ways that exercise improves your overall health.

10 Healthy Snack Ideas for Work, Home and Travel

July 6, 2022 / Blog

Eating healthfully is all about being prepared, and that includes having healthy snacks on hand to eat between meals. Here are 10 of my favorites.

Vegetable Pasta? Really?

May 10, 2022 / Blog

You’ve heard about the vegetable noodle trend – you may have even seen them in the store. If you are skeptical, like I was, about substituting veggie pasta for your traditional grain-based pasta,

How Much Water Should I Drink Everyday?

May 10, 2022 / Blog

You’ve heard the six to eight glasses a day rule, but is that really accurate for everyone? Learn how much you need to drink in order to stay hydrated, as well as the

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