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Sprint 8: a Smart Exercise Rx
Sprint 8 is an efficient, effective and smart exercise program that encourages greater fat loss, changes body composition, increases growth hormone naturally, boosts metabolism, improves mitochondrial health, adds muscle, optimizes hormones, and takes a minimal amount of time! All too often, men and women alike resort to the “eat less, exercise more” mentality or opt […]
Tips to Manage Pain and Reduce Inflammation Naturally
Learn how to manage pain, soothe arthritis, and reduce inflammation naturally using food as medicine, lifestyle modifications, nutrient therapy, sunlight, and other natural remedies and holistic therapies. Recently, I attended the AANP (American Association of Naturopathic Physicians) Convention at the Arizona Biltmore Resort. Four days of educational sessions from some of the most respected voices […]
HIPPOCRATES ★ 10 Rules to Live By ★
Hippocrates was a Greek Nutritionist, Physician and Surgeon who lived from approximately 460 B.C. until around 370 B.C. Considered as ” the Father of Medicine,” Hippocrates is credited as being the first physician who believed that diseases were not caused by superstition or gods, but rather that diseases had natural causes. Hippocrates beliefs were designed […]
Daily Detox Tips: How to Detox Naturally and Safely
Even though we may live longer than our grandparents did, we’re exposed to more toxins and chemicals in a 30 day period than our grandparents were exposed to in their entire lifetime! We are all living full, busy lives. Our lives are more stressful, much of the food we eat is nutritionally-void and loaded with […]
Balance Your Body Chemistry with Nutrition
When was the last time you had an accurate interpretation and blood chemistry analysis of your lab results? Laboratory ranges found on lab test results are so broad that they cannot be used to spot sub-clinical conditions. Did you know that lab normals are not necessarily healthy or optimal? I cannot tell you how often […]
The Dangers of Iron Anemia and Iron Overload
Have you been told you’re anemic and automatically think you need more iron? Iron anemia or low iron does not always indicate that you have an actual iron deficiency. What about high iron levels and iron overload? Iron is necessary to carry oxygen from the lungs throughout the body and for other cellular functions. Iron […]
How to Prevent Osteoporosis
Bone health is vital for preventing osteopenia, reducing the risk of osteoporosis, and healthy aging. It’s tragic that bisphosphonate drugs including Fosamax, Actonel and Boniva continue to be touted as the answer to osteoporosis. A study found that long-term users of these drugs had a two-fold increased risk of esophageal cancer, suppression of bone remodeling, […]
Is Coffee Healthy or Not? The Pros and Cons of Coffee
Is Coffee Healthy? The Pros and Cons of Coffee Coffee Health Benefits According to a European study, a daily cup of coffee reduces oxidative damage to DNA by an impressive 40 percent! Coffee contains polyphenols that help protect cells from oxidation, regulate insulin and reduce inflammation. Another study published in the journal Molecular Nutrition & […]
Osteoporosis Risk Factors
Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone density and a gradual change in the overall bone structure caused by a deficiency in calcium, vitamin D, magnesium and other vitamins and minerals. Ten million Americans over age 50 have osteoporosis, which leads to a weakening of the skeleton causing fragile, brittle bones. The majority of […]
Thyroid Health and Hypothyroid (Part 1)
Thyroid Health: Hypothyroid & Hashimoto’s (part 1) Are you struggling to lose weight despite a clean diet? Overly sensitive to cold weather? Is the outer 3rd of your eyebrow thin or completely missing? Do you experience low energy, fatigue, constipation, hair loss, dry skin, anxiety or depression? If so, you may be suffering from a […]