Research is confirming what you probably already have experienced: that winter colds are harsher and shorter-lived but summer colds tend to linger on and on. We’re not crazy–let’s just support our immune systems with healthy diet filled with fruits and veggies, exercise, and adequate sleep ALL YEAR (imagine that) and […]
Author: PipeTabor
DHA for ADHD
How’s that for a bunch of letters?! But we do know that the omega-3 essential fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (abbreviated DHA) has an affinity for the brain and often helps reduce the symptoms of ADHD, ADD, and more. Please read more here.
Allergies and Asthma Linked with ADHD
This is something that I’ve seen clinically for years–those with ADHD usually have some sort of intolerance or allergy and hence also conditions such as asthma, eczema, digestive complaints, etc. Identification and elimination of food allergies and food intolerances dramatically improves these conditions in most cases. Click here for recent […]
Sleep is Critical For Brain Health
This is a great article summarizing recent findings that lack of sleep adversely impacts the ability of our neurons (brain cells) to repair themselves. If you struggle with insomnia, please call for an appointment to try and assess the underlying cause and restore healthful sleep!
Food for a Healthy Gut, and Weight Management, too?
More and more research is confirming the importance of healthy gastrointestinal flora–that is, the bacteria and micro-organisms in your gut. This report confirms that a diet high in vegetables, nuts, seeds and fruit contributes to diverse flora that is beneficial to our health. And here is another report that reveals […]
Good News About Coffee!
Researchers are finding that coffee and tea may actually benefit your liver health. Please keep in moderation, however!!
Plastics and Childhood Obesity
BPA and phthalates are linked to childhood obesity. PLEASE stop using plastic bottles, cups, straws, dishes, plastic-wrapped foods, etc. The additives in most plastics contribute to hormonal changes potentially leading to obesity, cancer, and fertility problems, among other risks. Read more here.
Suffering with Insomnia?? Keep Exercising . . .
This research shows that continued exercise may eventually help you sleep. I do advise against exercising before bed, but do move!! Click here.
Fish Consumption May Reduce Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk
Just another reason to include fish in our diets!! Read more here.
More Risks of Smoking
We’ve come a long way from the 1960’s when women were told it would be too stressful to quit smoking during pregnancy . . . and we continue to learn just how dangerous smoking and nicotine is for the developing fetus. This article reveals that nicotine exposure in the womb […]
