Certainly if you have pollen allergies, rinsing your eyes can provide relief. But did you know that even if you don’t have allergies, those pollen particles are irritating! I think of them like tiny scrubber pads. See the attached image courtesy GettyImages. So, remember to rinse out not only your […]
Author: PipeTabor
EWG’s Dirty Dozen–Foods Highest in Pesticides
EWG has published their 2018 report for the “dirtiest” fruits and vegetables when it comes to pesticide residues. Strawberries and spinach top the list. Check out the full list here — a great way to support your grocery budget decisions.
Acetaminophen Overdosing During Cold/Flu Season
Increased overdosing with acetaminophen is noted during cold and flu season–at least in part due to the multiple over-the-counter medications that contain it. Please note that there are many natural treatment options to support your body’s recovery from colds and flus while reducing symptoms, too–schedule an appointment if you are […]
Acid Reducing Medications Associated with Depression
Research reveals that use of proton pump inhibitors is associated with an increased risk of depression. This is just another reason to avoid long-term use of them. There are botanicals, exercises, and diet changes that can replace the use of acid reducers in many cases. Please call and find out […]
Chronic Fatigue and Low Thyroid
Research is bearing out my clinical observations of an association between Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) and lower thyroid hormone levels. Most allopathic physicians (MD’s, DO’s, etc.) tend to monitor thyroid function with only a TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) which is a pituitary hormone, NOT a thyroid […]
Naturopathic Nutrition Training
Wondering about the nutrition training that naturopathic physicians receive? Check out this article! 🙂
Good Food
I am finally getting caught up on some posts I’ve wanted to share. This is one of them!! So many people are struggling with what to eat and how. “In Defense of Food” is a great movie (and book, by Michael Pollan) on how to keep your diet simple and […]
Fasting to Reduce Huntington’s Symptoms
Researchers have found that limiting the time that rats eat to just 6 hours per day reduces a protein that is associated with Huntington’s chorea. Read the article for details. BUT, please note that “intermittent fasting”, fasting 12 hours/day, fasting 18 hours once weekly, fasting in general, have been associated […]
Changing Baby Poop
The pH of baby poop has been changing since the 1920’s with “acceleration” of this change in the 1980’s. I suspect that increased carbohydrate and packaged/processed foods by nursing mothers is at least contributory, but more research is needed. That being said, a whole (real) food diet consisting primarily of […]
Opioids Are Not Better Than Safer Options for Pain Relief
Research results are finding that OTC medications such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen can be just as effective for chronic pain without the risk of addiction associated with opioids. There are side effects and risks taking any medication, including ibuprofen and acetaminophen. Consider botanical options such as turmeric and bromelain. Homeopathic […]
