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How to Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve & Strengthen Vagal Tone
The vagus nerve is the longest nerve in the body. It connects your brain to many important organs including the stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, heart and lungs. It’s involved in controlling the immune, endocrine, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. The vagus nerve plays an important role in activating parasympathetic tone (calming, rest, digest, relax and repair) […]
Methylation, Epigenetics and Your Health
Methylation is an important biochemical process that occurs in every cell and organ of your body. Methylation is the process of taking one carbon molecule and three hydrogen molecules, known as a methyl group, and applying it to every bodily function such as thinking, repairing DNA, turning on and off genes, fighting infections, how the […]
The Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids, EPA and DHA
Omega-3 fatty acid deficiency is the sixth biggest killer of Americans and more deadly than excess trans fat intake according to a PLoS Med, 2009 study. Over the past 150 years, the western diet has changed so much that the ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids has changed from 1:1 to 1:25 (and even up […]
10 Common Nutrient Deficiencies
Nutrient deficiencies are increasingly common nowadays. A deficiency in any single nutrient can affect thyroid function, hormone production, immune function, energy levels, metabolism, mood, memory, the appearance of your hair, skin and nails, and the overall condition of your health. Increased risk of dementia, heart disease, depression, osteoporosis, and cancer can be attributed to nutrient […]
Vitamin B6 Deficiency: Health Benefits of Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 is a nutrient involved in energy metabolism, nervous system function, and several human biochemical processes. It’s essential for healthy adrenal, immune, and cognitive function. There are three different natural forms of vitamin B6: pyridoxine, pyridoxamine and pyridoxal—all of which are found in foods. The most active form of vitamin B6 is pyridoxal-5-phosphate (PLP […]
4 Things to Check Before Taking an Antidepressant
Guest Post: 4 Things to Check Before Taking an Antidepressant The following post was written by Kelly Brogan, MD, a New York Times bestselling author of “A Mind of Your Own.” Dr. Brogan studied cognitive neuroscience at MIT before receiving her MD from Weill Cornell Medical College. Board certified in psychiatry, psychosomatic medicine, and integrative […]
Childhood Nutrition: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Childhood nutrition, raising healthy happy kids, to vaccinate or not, autism, ADHD, medicated kids: these are hot, emotional topics nowadays. Recently, I’ve been presenting information on Childhood Nutrition, Health & Wellness to the Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO) in the Phoenix, AZ area, and wanted to share this valuable information with you as well. In our […]
3 Calming Practices for Anxiety by Kelly Brogan, MD
“Anxiety is a signal of imbalance; a need for change, inner focus & growth.” —Kelly Brogan, MD One of my long term goals is to set up holistic rehab facilities for patients withdrawing from psychiatric medications. What I have witnessed in my practice around benzodiazepine (“anti-anxiety”) medication dependence has been sobering. Finally, there is an […]
The Best Natural Remedies for Depression & Anxiety
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health concerns in our society. The key to successfully treating depression and anxiety is to identify the root causes and the the hidden triggers. This includes the state of your physical health, how you manage stress, your relationships, nutrient deficiencies, underlying infections, toxic load, a […]
Gluten Intolerance: Reasons to Avoid Gluten
Gluten is a protein found in the endosperm of grains such as wheat, rye, spelt and barley. It constitutes about 80% of the proteins in wheat, and is composed of the proteins gliadin and glutenin. Researchers reported that gliadin, the protein component of gluten causes gut permeability (leaky gut), which occurs in ALL individuals who […]