New research is implicating a link between antibiotic use and obesity. Please use antibiotics only when necessary. There are many botanical options to consider in place of antibiotics. Visit your naturopathic physician to assess what is the correct treatment for you!
General Health
Taking Charge of Our Own Health
Increasingly, we are starting to view our health care differently. More and more people are taking charge of their health with diet and lifestyle changes instead of simply turning to pills and surgery. Keep up the good work!!!! (and remember that there is also a time and place for intervention, […]
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. […]
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!
GMO App
This app may help you identify foods that are GMO. I know that I want to know!!
Organic for Kids
The American Academy of Pediatrics is recommending organic foods for children to reduce their exposure to pesticides. MD’s are even realizing the risks of pesticide residues on our children’s health. Read NPR article here.
Good News–Eat Your Broccoli!
Now for some good news–this story lists some of the benefits of broccoli! Some of my favorite ways of munching on broccoli: stir-fry with coconut milk and curry (add fish, too!), raw with hummus, roasted with root veggies (particularly great in winter!!). So, eat up!!
Pigs and GMO-corn
Here is a video reporting that pigs eating GMO-corn all became sterile.
India bans GMO
India joins countries banning GMO. When will the USA get it?!!!!
Sleep 8 hours/night!
Research has shown insufficient sleep is linked to hypertension, irritability, weight gain, and overeating. New research is revealing that poor sleep “wreaks havoc on our fat cells”. Strive for 8 hours of sleep nightly–we need it! Zzzzzzz . . .
