You know all about avoiding sun exposure, wearing sunscreen and keeping toxins off your face, but there are other practices that can help you achieve that daily glow. Make these 7 daily habits part of your skin care routine for vibrant and youthful skin. 7 Daily Habits for Glowing Youthful Skin Eat Gelatin Eat 2 Tablespoons every day to improve collagen …
My son has struggled with food sensitivities since birth. Even while he was exclusively breastfed, he would react to certain foods that I ate, with dairy being the worst. His primary symptom was extreme congestion (yeah, I’m talking about two parents not sleeping, taking shifts to allow their infant to sleep vertical at night kind of congestion), but he also …
Hangover remedies that work are one of the most “hush” requests I get from patients around the holidays. As a Naturopathic Physician, I’m not about encouraging patients to drink alcohol—especially in excess—however, I do recognize that alcohol is a part of many celebrations and can help some people to “relax.” So, I’m going to give you a little bit of …
Wow! What a week this has been so far. I’ve had so many questions about how to have a delicious and healthy Thanksgiving that I decided a blog was in order. I promised my patients I would put together a list of some of the best recipes out there and now I’m sharing it with you! Thanksgiving can be grain …
In this article I want to help you identify how to tell if you are gluten intolerant. More and more patients are coming to me wanting to know if they have a gluten intolerance or sensitivity. Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS) is a condition in which you experience symptoms when eating gluten, but do not have an autoimmune response like that …
Leaky Gut Syndrome (LGS), also known as intestinal permeability, is a condition that leads to widespread inflammation and hormonal disruption throughout the body. Inflammation, imbalance in gut flora and hormonal imbalances can create a state of disharmony in your body that may be one of the reasons for weight gain. What Is Leaky Gut Syndrome? Between the cells of your …
Are food sensitivities making you ill? Food sensitivities may be driving many of your symptoms. Migraines, difficulty losing weight, acne, hormonal imbalances, fatigue and many other symptoms can be signs of food sensitivities. Because food sensitivities can be difficult to identify (a reaction may not be evident for up to 3 days after consuming food), many people have no idea …
Do you wish you had more energy than you currently do? You’re not alone. Fatigue is one of the most common complaints that bring patients into my office. In fact, it’s estimated that about 20% of all doctor visits are related to fatigue. In this article, I’ll help you understand what are the causes of fatigue and how to find …
Could vitamin B12 be the key to ending your energy crisis? Vitamin B12 is one of those nutrients you may think you’re getting in spades, but in reality, you could use a little boost. After all, B12 is an essential nutrient that helps keep energy and cognitive function high and blood and nerve cells working at optimum levels. Sources of …