Best Ways To Boost Your Immune System
Your immune system’s main function is to fight off any infectious invaders in the body. Today people’s immune systems are not what they used to be because of many factors in modern day society (EMFs, seed oils, air/water pollution, heavy metals, processed & sugar filled diets, plastics, etc.). People have started to try find new […]
The Gut Is The Gateway To Your Health
There is a growing interest in understanding more about our health and wellness and ways that we can improve this. The emerging field of functional medicine emphasizes the importance of looking beyond just the symptoms and instead delving into the root causes of health issues. Our gut health plays a direct role in our overall […]
The Many Causes of Low Back Pain
Are you one of the millions that experiences low back pain on a regular basis? Did you know that low back pain can come from many different sources? Because of this it is important to figure out the culprit, rather than thinking a massage can fix all of our problems or that your chronic disc […]
5 Ways to Improve Your Hormones
Hormones play a vital role in regulating various bodily functions, from metabolism to mood. When our hormones are in harmony, we feel our best, but imbalances can lead to a range of health issues. Fortunately, there are steps we can take to improve our hormonal health naturally. Decreasing our toxic load and improving overall health […]
You are what you eat? How healthy eating can improve your health.
The age-old saying, “You are what you eat,” has resonated with us for generations. It emphasizes the profound link between our dietary choices and our overall health and well-being. However, it’s not just a cliché; this phrase is true and functional medicine backs this thought up. Functional medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that […]
Difficulty with losing weight? Insulin resistance may be your issue.
Are you one of the countless individuals who have struggled with losing weight despite your best efforts? Have diets and exercise routines left you feeling defeated and frustrated? If so, you may be dealing with a hidden culprit in the battle of the bulge – insulin resistance. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the […]
Low in energy? This may be the reason why you feel fatigued.
There are a variety of reasons why you feel run down and lack energy to get through the day. There is an intricate system of hormones that allow our body to function normally (or not so normally…). When outside influences mess with these hormones, low energy can arise. There is a system is our body […]
Parkinson’s Disease and Associated Gut Dysfunction
A recent study in Nature Communications suggests that Parkinson’s disease may actually start in the gut. The microbiota-gut-brain axis has been suggested to play an important role in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Parkinson’s is a brain disorder that can cause uncontrollable movements such as shaking, limb stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. The study published […]
Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Red Dye
Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs)—like Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis—affect millions of people around the world. They cause lasting structural damage—such as inflammation, ulcers, and sores—to your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Until now no one could really pinpoint exact causes behind IBDs. However a new study made an eye-opening discovery: Some very commonplace and “colorful” foods may […]
Are you suffering from Mold Illness?
In the realm of health and well-being, there are often hidden culprits that can affect our health without us even realizing it. One of these culprits is mycotoxin illness – a condition that can wreak havoc on our health by mimicking a range of other ailments. If you’ve been experiencing persistent symptoms that seem to […]
