Defense Against the Flu
The flu vaccine may not be the best defense against the flu. Here are some basic tips to keep you healthy during the cold and flu season. Wash your hands after every contact with others. Basic hygiene is your first defense. Take Vitamin D3 5,000 IU daily to help boost your immune system. Oregano oil…
Perimenopause and Menopause Difference
Perimenopause and menopause are different — and they “feel” separate to your body as well. Here are 5 early symptoms of perimenopause: 1. “Instant” weight gain 2. Mood spikes and plunges 3. Acne and breakouts 4. Sex: take-it-or-leave-it 5. Irregular, inconsistent or heavy periods Addressing the change in hormones is critical to alleviate or moderate…
Turmeric
The turmeric plant has a powerful antioxidant called curcumin which has anti-inflammatory effects. Curcumin provides support for: Bone health Joint health Lung health Kidney, liver and cardiovascular health Neurological function And much more…
Probiotics
What are probiotics? Probiotics are “live micro-organisms which, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host, beyond the common nutritional effects” (FAO/WHO, 2001). They facilitate fiber digestion, boost the immune system and prevent or treat diarrhea. Today, dozens of bifidobacteria and lactobacilli are marketed in certain foods such as yogurts or…
Warning About the Flu Vaccine
Before you get your flu shot this year take a moment and read what the CDC says are in our vaccines. Common substances found in vaccines include: • Aluminum gels or salts of aluminum which are added as adjuvants to help the vaccine stimulate a better response. Adjuvants help promote an earlier, more potent response,…
Do You Eat Without Thinking?
Have you ever found yourself eating without even thinking about it? It may be emotional eating or some kind of unconscious desire that you have not addressed. When you find yourself in this situation, don’t beat yourself up. Realize that your body has some need that hasn’t been met. Stop for a minute and take…
Three ways stress is connected to weight gain
Three ways stress is connected to weight gain: When you are stressed, cortisol begins to send signals to the brain. These signals trigger the need for comfort and pleasure like eating sugary foods, which can be as addictive as drugs. As cortisol increases so does the fat deposited around your middle. If this sounds familiar,…
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