More research on the benefits of vegetables! Eat 9 servings per day of a variety of veggies–to your health!!!! (A serving size is approximately 1/2 cup of cooked veggies or 1 cup of raw veggies)
Author: PipeTabor
Arthritis Responds to Combination of Care
The AANP has reported on the efficacy of utilizing complementary and alternative care for relief of arthritis symptoms. If you suffer from arthritis, please call and see what naturopathic care can offer you! “AANP – Study Finds Many Arthritis Patients Improve With CAT – (Friday, November 2, 2012) -A study reports that nearly […]
Soft Drinks Associated with Increased Strokes in Women
The AANP has just reported on the association between consumption of soft drinks and the increased risk of strokes: THURS., NOV. 1, 2012: JUST-RELEASEDNATURAL HEALTH STUDY SOFT DRINKS ASSOCIATED WITH SIGNIFICANT STROKE RISK IN WOMEN: Researchers have uncovered a much greater risk of ischemic stroke among women with the highest […]
Exercise for Your Brain
And here is just another reason to include exercise in your daily routine: it helps keep your brain from shrinking!
Insulin Resistance and Fatty Liver Disease
Blood sugar balancing is really only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the health concerns regarding insulin resistance. Most know of the dangers to kidneys and eye health, but there is also evidence that the liver is also impacted. Please read this article.
Hormone Replacement Risks
Women with significant menopausal symptoms or those who have had a hysterectomy may still consider hormone replacement therapy, but medical professionals continue to warn against using hormone therapy for preventative measures such as osteoporosis, dementia, and heart disease. Read more here.
Sodas are Linked with Stroke Risk in Women
Please read this important report from the AANP (and quit drinking sodas!). A great option to soda is to add a small amount of your favorite infused balsamic vinegar to sparkling water–delicious!! Navidi’s has wonderful balsamics for this and many of your culinary needs. AANP Daily News – Soft […]
Probiotics–To Reduce Those Seasonal Colds
I often recommend the use of high-quality probiotics during the cold and flu season. The goals are to keep the body “flooded” with beneficial microorganisms and prevent illness. Recent research does in fact bear out that those taking probiotics had fewer and less intense colds than those not on probiotics. […]
Dangers of BPA
This is a nice overview on the dangers of BPA. Among the risks: “According to Environmental Defence, even low-level exposure to BPA, or 4,4’-(propane-2,2-diyl)diphenol, is linked to infertility, heart disease, miscarriage, behavioural problems, and predisposition to breast and prostate cancer”. It has also been linked to childhood obesity. A common […]
And Add Laughter to Your Exercises!
Laughter is great medicine! We’ve all heard that . . . but researchers are finding there is an exercise component as well–read more here, and find some giggles!
