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Gluten-Free Contributes to Gold Medal
Dana Vollmer attributes her improved health to elimination of gluten and egg from her diet–and ended up with a gold medal! Watch video here.
DTaP May “Wear Out”
In the 1990’s, the DTwP vaccine was changed to a DTaP version. The “w” stands for “whole cell” and tended to cause frequent adverse reactions. The change to “acellular”, however, may have afforded a vaccine that “wears out”. The goal of the vaccine is to protect from diphtheria, tetanus, and […]
Massage–For Your Health
OK, so part of me is like “Really? We paid for a study to prove massage is beneficial??!” But, how exciting that research is bearing out what we know–and this may improve insurance reimbursement, too! Read more here.
Natural Insect Repellent
I love the ideas and resources in this article for natural insect repellents. I also carry an effective essential oil-based version in my clinic for patients. In addition, thiamin supplementation does seem to help repel mosquitoes, but I haven’t noticed whether or not it would help for bees. Bees usually […]
Breast Thermography
There is much controversy about the use of mammograms to assist in screening for breast cancer, and even more when it comes to the use of thermography. If you have questions about thermography, please read this article which explains it’s potential as well current concerns.
Exercise for Your Brain
Another article summarizes the beneficial link between exercise and keeping your brain healthy. Let’s get moving!! 🙂
Vitamin D deficiency and Risk of Death
Vitamin D deficiency in the elderly population has been associated with a 30% higher risk of death than in those with higher Vitamin D levels. Please get your Vitamin D levels checked and supplement if appropriate. Click here for more info.
Processed Foods
Processed foods contain many additives that are not natural to our bodies. And while the FDA has deemed low levels of some of these additives as “safe”, people who consume a diet high in processed foods may actually be attaining levels exceeding the FDA limits. And the situation may be […]
Tips to Get Your Children to Eat Their Veggies
So, superheroes might be coming to the rescue at your dining table, too! Read tips here. 🙂
