Acid/Alkaline Balance: Something Everyone Should Know About
Health is truly a balance amongst all the systems of the body. The cells of our body are so interconnected that when you improve the balance of any one system, it improves the balance and vitality of the rest of the organ systems. For example, improving cardiovascular health improves digestive function....more
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The Facts About Cookware That You Need To Know!
Teflon is the trademarked name for Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). This chemical, which makes things “non-stick.” Some experts consider this to be “likely carcinogen” (cancer-causing substance) according to some advisers to the EPA. By 2015, DuPont the makers of Teflon and a handful of other companies will eliminate a harmful chemical in Teflon called PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid). Find out what other great alternatives are out there!...more
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Dr. Hulda Clark's Gallbladder Flush
Most people know they have a gallbladder, but don't really understand what it does day in and day out. Here you will learn the function of the gallbladder, why so many people have them removed, and what you can do to flush this important organ to maintain a high level of health and wellness. ...more
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Healthy Summer Treats Utilizing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Summer gives us all a great excuse to lighten up and add more vibrant, fresh in-season fruits and vegetables to the mix.
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Rejuvenate Your Health with Spirulina and Other Green Superfoods
With an ever increasing rough and tumble of life, normal food is sometimes not enough to meet the demands of the human body. What you need, in addition to the macronutrients like proteins and carbohydrates, micronutrients like calcium and vitamins, is generous amounts of what are referred to as green superfoods. In general these are nutrient-rich foods that have been claimed to improve health, and immunity, thus increasing productivity and longevity of life....more
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H. Pylori - a Cause of Stomach Ulcers, Chronic Stomach Pain, and Potentially Stomach Cancer
H. pylori is a bacteria that I see regularly when I run stool samples so I thought I would do some research on it to see if I could understand its origin better as well as the pathogenicity of the bacterium. The full name for H....more
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A Little Science Behind Fungal Infections and Yeast Overgrowth (Candidiasis))
Opportunistic fungal infections are of limited virulence but only enter a host who is in a condition of lowered resistance.They primarily enter through the respiratory mucocutaneous (where the mucosa transitions to skin, usually enter through the nostrils). Opportunistic fungal infections vary from superficial skin to pulmonary and systemic. They are usually symptomatic with a wide variety of symptoms from bloating, gas, fatigue, metal fog, allergic response, excess mucous, anxiety and dep...more
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No-Cook Summer Meals with Fiber-Rich Legumes
Too often I find my clients leave legumes (beans and peas) out of the mix because they either don’t know how to prepare them or they don’t know why they are good for you. So this month’s article is an ode to the legume: a great source of protein, complex carbohydrates and lots of vitamins you may not have known about. Since it’s summer, why not use this low-cost source of protein and forgo the stove or grill?...more
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Weight Loss Done Right: Cellular Detoxifcation and Increased Cellular Energy Production
As a nutritionist, it goes without saying that many people come to me looking to lose weight. I'd say it's a little more than half of my clientele. Over the past six years, I've looked at weight loss from many angles, always careful to steer clear of the quick fixes that could ultimately cause further damage, imbalances or the dreaded Yo-Yo effect (HCG programs are a great example) and to instead look for ways to clean up the entire body, balance the hormones, increase happiness, mot...more
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Advanced Radiation Support to Share with Those Affected
Advanced Radiation Support to Share with Those Affected Thyroid support: XenoStat, by Premier Research Labs Mineral Support: Reacted MultiMins, by Ortho Molecular Chlorella (best detox for radiation exposure): Quantum Chlorella, by Premier Research Labs Vitamin C (strong, secondary support): Quantum Vitamin C complex, by Premier Research Labs These are items generally sold only through health professionals only, but all are available online, most through Amazon or on other sites with a simple se...more
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Quelling Fears of Radiation Exposure: No Real Threat
This blog is in response to lots of inquiries asking for protocols for radiation exposure as well as lots of email newsletters from other health care practitioners talking about the danger of radiation exposure and what to do to protect yourself. After some research, it's my opinion that there is no real threat of high radiation exposure to us here in the US. We have all been exposed to far more radiation than this from things like the U.S....more
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Slow Detox for 2011
New Year Detox That time of year has arrived. Statistics show that ¾ of all New Years resolutions are centered on weight loss and health, likely because the average American gains 7-9lbs between Thanksgiving and the New Year. In my opinion the biggest mistake we collectively make is the all-or-nothing approach....more
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Get the Metals Out!
Metal toxicity can cause all kinds of symptoms from depression to chronic fatigue to joint pain or GI distress.
I find antioxidant therapy a great way to detox from metals (after you have detoxed and supported the other organ systems first). It is much safer than chelation. Reducing exposure is essential. Some ways the body picks them up are through hair dyes, cosmetics, tobacco smoke, skin lightening cremes...more
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What Are You Putting ON Your Body???
The skin is our largest eliminative and protective organ, which is why it makes perfect sense that what we put on our bodies affect us just as much as what we put in our bodies. Your body absorbs everything it comes in contact with... whether that's through your skin, your mouth, your eyes, your nose, your ears, or any other bodily openings. I want you to think about all of the non-food products that your body came in contact with today, including those bottles in your medicine cabinet and the ones under the sink you use to clean your house....more
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Reduce Cellulite Naturally!
Since I have been asked no less than fifty times about how to naturally reduce cellulite, I thought it was high time to write a blog post about it. Enjoy and please comment if you try any of the 7 tips and have success!...more
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10 Ways to Detox Immediately
“Elimination equals illumination. Reduce excesses, but not excessively”. –ArgIsle-izms...more
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