Keeping a Healthful Attitude this Holiday Season Staying healthy during the holidays is hard... especially this year. If we don't make a plan, we will surely encounter the usual pitfalls. I like to envision where I want to be health-wise come January 1. Do you want to take on 2021 bright-eyed and restored? I [...]
The health of your digestive system is essential to ensure proper digestion and absorption of nutrients, as well as to support the function of other body systems, such as the immune system. The health of the gastrointestinal system, particularly the gut microbiota, even impacts mental health through its connection with the central nervous system, often [...]
What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is characterized by porosity of bones and decrease bone mass resulting in risk of fracture. There are many, many factors that can cause bone loss. Low body mass index (BMI) Lack of exercise/sedentary lifestyle Poor nutritional status Alcohol abuse Smoking Estrogen deficiency Family history of osteoporosis Use of certain medications (glucocorticoids, [...]
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to an end. We would like to remind you to take care of yourself. Diet, Lifestyle, and Nutrition are the biggest factors we have control over when it comes to our overall health. Raise your hand if you want to be in the best health [...]
Neurotransmitters & Your Health Innovative progress in neurotransmitter testing has created creative new ways of treating neurological disorders. Neurotransmitters play a vital role in everyday life. Everything related to mental well being can be traced back to neurotransmissions from the nerves to the neurons or “targeted cells” (muscles, glands and other nerves). Is [...]
Collagen A Possible Fountain of Youth??? Collagen is one of the most abundant proteins in the body. In fact, collagen is "the main structural protein" that forms the connective tissue throughout our body, from skin to bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Collagen makes up 80 percent of our skin, and works with another protein called elastin that keeps our skin elastic. [...]
Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli… Oh My! You were always told to eat your veggies. In this case cruciferous vegetables. Why are these important? For one they contain many phytochemicals which are important for good health.One important phytochemical is Indole-3-carbinol (I3C) and diindolylmethane (DIM). These two phytochemicals work together to support estrogen balance, cervical, breast [...]
Simple Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System's Fight Against COVID-19 As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads and intensifies, you’re probably looking for ways to protect yourself and your loved ones. When it comes to defending yourself against Coronavirus, having a healthy and strong immune system is more important than ever. But can you really boost your [...]
How To Know If You Are Suffering From Anxiety Many people experience anxiety at some point in their lives. In fact, anxiety is a very normal response to stressful life events like moving, changing jobs or having financial troubles. However, when symptoms of anxiety become larger than the events that triggered them and begin to [...]
By Robert Wood, RPh Causes Hormones, diet, lifestyle, and circumstances all need to be examined as causes of anxiety. As well as the effects of social media and modern civilization on daily stress. In this blog I would like to discuss the causal components of stress and anxiety. I would also like to share [...]
