I am so grateful for the many types of healthcare providers that are available. You may want to remember that a naturopathic physician is an important one to have on your healthcare team. This is a great overview article–call with additional questions or for an appointment. To your health!
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Light Therapy for Seasonal Blues
With the very short days we are in, many start to experience seasonal depression or low mood. Light therapy can be very effective for many–check out this article. Vitamin D deficiency may also be contributory as can low serotonin. Please check with your practitioner for the best approach for you.
Probiotics For Cold/Flu Season
Yes, taking a probiotic everyday, especially one that contains bifido, can reduce impact of the cold/flu season! Also, remember your vitamin C and eat lots of fruits and veggies, include bone broths in your diet, avoid sugar, and get plenty of rest!
ADHD? Avoid Smoking, but Let’s Support Your Biochemistry
There is an association between ADHD and an increased risk of smoking. This makes sense as the nicotine in cigarettes both stimulates and calms. BUT, I’m glad to report that there are safer methods, depending upon individual needs. Read more here about the association. If you are interested in supportive […]
Harvest Squash–And Eat It!!
Winter squash are a beautiful fall vegetable (well, technically a fruit) that many use for decorations this time of year. But it offers wonderful nutritional benefit, so please eat it, too!! Check out this article . . .
Stress Makes You Sick
We all know this–stress makes you sick. It impacts your cortisol levels which then impact your food cravings, immune function, weight, etc. Adrenal stress also takes its toll on thyroid function. Practice deep breathing (all day!), get plenty of sleep, avoid sugar, and eat lots of healthy veggies. Read more […]
As Suspected–It’s Not Just BPA
Most of us are at least aware of the dangers of BPA to our health. Many companies are therefore touting non-BPA plastics–HOWEVER, these typically contain other xenobiotics (endocrine disruptors) that are just as detrimental to our health. the attached article has great hints on how to reduce exposure.
Cut the Sugar
Amazing how in just days of stopping sugar consumption health improvements are realized. I still remember flipping open an eclectic reference book from the National College of Natural Medicine library and reading an excerpt expounding on the evils of artificial sweeteners. The book was published in 1902 and detailed how […]
Support Children’s Brain Development–Turn Off the Screens
Research continues to support limiting screen time for our children. The attached article has great information. Bottom line–limiting screen time improves the ability to focus, sleep quality, and body weight. Get out and shoot some hoops, play kick-the-can, bicycle, etc., instead!!–ever so much more fun anyway!!
The Healing Benefits of Gelatin
I commonly recommend including bone broths in the diet. They help support your immune system and contain many benefit nutrients–among them, collagen. Powdered hydrolyzed collagen gelatin is another option to support your body. Read more here (the author includes a recipe for pumpkin pudding that looks delicious!).
