Parkinson’s Disease is devastating. Most of the time when patients come in with Parkinson’s they have already been battling it for a number of years. I often wonder what they were like, how they moved, the energy they had before Parkinson’s set in. If you have Parkinson’s or know somebody who has it, you have seen the […]
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Does the iron ring test work?
The most reliable method of assessing iron deficiency is with a blood test to check serum ferritin status. Many people on social media are suggesting that if you rub a gold ring on your skin and a black mark appears that you are anemic and should get your blood levels checked. Though it is safe […]
Periorbital dark circles can be a sign of iron deficiency
Are the dark circles under your eyes caused by iron deficiency? Dark circles and iron deficiency, many times go hand-in-hand. This is because without adequate iron, the body is unable to properly circulate oxygen. Hemoglobin the protein that transports oxygen on red blood cells breaks down when there is insufficient iron. This breakdown of hemoglobin causes […]
Top 10 Iron Rich foods Every Pregnant Woman Needs
Iron is essential for metabolism, growth, optimal cell to cell communication, and the creation of hormones and connective tissue. Human life cannot continue without adequate iron, let alone support the development and maturation of a baby in the womb. The following are excellent sources of iron that you will want to make a regular part of […]
5 Ways to Support Your Child’s Health
As you have likely noticed, anxiety, ADHD, and depression are skyrocketing amongst our youth. Children are being medicated at an earlier and earlier age. This creates countless developmental issues across the board, from cognitive impairment, decreased relationship capacity, inability to meet physical growth expectations, to increased risk of suicide and helplessness. This does not have […]
Wildfire Season and Your Respiratory Health
Wildfire smoke may make the sky look cool, but it is also very dangerous to your respiratory health. Wildfire smoke contains a mixture of carbon monoxide, particulate matter, and volatile chemicals. The amounts will depend on what is feeding the flames but none of these elements are to your benefit. Particulate matter smaller than 2.5 […]
Creating a Non-Toxic Home Environment
Allergies, autoimmunity, nervous system & endocrine disorders are through the roof. All these environmental elements put a completely unnecessary load on the body. It is the cumulative toxic load that leads to unnecessary illness. 1. Take your shoes off before entering your home A University of Houston study found that 40% of shoe soles have […]
Can Anxiety Be Cured?
Anxiety is tearing people apart right and left. It is wrecking families, raising blood pressure, giving people heart attacks and strokes, making life seemingly unmanageable. This is leading people to resort to medications that lead to dependence and overall lower quality of life. There must be a better way, right? Yes, I am here to […]
My Top 5 Go-To Foods
Green Apples with Almond Butter One of the hallmarks of green apples is their minimal effect on blood sugar. They are loaded with fiber and phytochemicals that act as a blessing to the digestive tract, liver and skin. However, they are also one of the highest sources of D-glucaric acid. D-glucaric acid can help […]