Maintaining Health for the 21st Century As we navigate through some of the most challenging times of our century, health has become the concern of millions. Centuries of populations have invested lifetimes dedicated to improving health and well being. Creating health naturally certainly makes sense to revive both quality of life and survival. Today is…
Yes, Vitamin D! We have always heard that adequate sunshine benefits health. People that live in more Northern Latitudes are sometimes plagued by increased infections and more inflammatory conditions like depression, obesity, diabetes and now Covid19. Could this relate to vitamin D deficiency? There is support for that to be the case. Vitamin D and…
Health in the 21st Century In today’s world we are searching for ways to become optimally healthy and that includes an immune system that is both effective AND tolerant. Functional Medicine looks at ways to create health through natural and effective evidence based therapy including vital nutrients like vitamin D. Vitamin D is…
Our Microbiome We all live with trillions and trillions of different bacteria that help support our health. Our germ phobic world has created less diversity among our bacteria and this has turned up our immune responses. It is futile to sanitize our homes and eliminate bacteria that are living inside of us. I have…
The importance of sleep Everyone knows how good it feels to have a complete and restful sleep, waking up feeling refreshed and ready to go. Many things can prevent a completely refreshing sleep. The benefits of sleep are well known and include prevention of obesity, depression, anxiety and dementia. Our brain and…
Recently, I became certified in Functional Medicine through the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFMCP). So excited to hold this prestigious title! Certification involved a three year journey with lots of travel, studying and learning to help people overcome disease. I am so grateful to have met so many other motivated providers learning to help…
The cell danger response is meant to help our bodies heal. It is initiated by the cell to protect itself from danger. Chemical signals are released during a threat to turn on the response. Usually, a cellular threat is targeted and creates a series of steps that result in protecting the cell. When the signals…
Learn about cell danger response and the healing process.
Everyone has met someone that “looks so young” for their age. Usually, in my practice, this has everything to do with the amount of antioxidants in their diet and minimizing the exposure to chemicals. Other signs of “chemical overload” consist of fatigue, insomnia, chronic pain, brain fog, headaches, and even issues with food sensitivities. Clean…
Recently I decided to see what all the rage was about! I completed a 6-day keto cleanse and felt great as a result! This type of eating has been promoted for thousands of years to promote longevity and health. Many religious dialects have encouraged fasting for spiritual as well as physical health.