By: Molly Force, ND
‘Tis the season for joy, togetherness, and celebration – but also stress. Despite the festive, happy images we are bombarded with in the media, many people find the holidays a difficult time. Financial pressures, loneliness, shorter and darker days are just some of the factors that contribute to a rise in depression and anxiety during ...
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By: Molly Force, ND
Your liver is the largest organ in your body, and it plays a vital role in your overall health. Many people assume liver problems only develop in people with alcohol dependencies, but the incidence of liver problems like nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is rising rapidly, particularly among younger people. Alarmingly, up to 30% of the ...
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By: Molly Force, ND
Many people assume they are safe from mold if they follow the basic rules of cleanliness, but the truth is that mold is more pervasive than most of us realize. In fact, many troubling symptoms can be traced back to hidden sources of mold. The good news is that many natural remedies and easy preventative measures ...
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By: Molly Force, ND
We tend not to think very much about our brain when we’re young. Things are functioning as they should be. Overlooking proactive streps can carry unfortunate repercussions down the road. It’s important to build a strong foundation of brain health for better aging, both physically and mentally. As we age, the mind-body connection becomes even ...
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By: Molly Force, ND
Think about any item in your kitchen pantry, flip over to the ingredients list and odds are…you’re going to find some kind of food additive!
Food additives are typically added to enhance the flavor, appearance or texture of a product, or to extend its shelf life. Although generally tested for their safety, studies show that some ...
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By: Mary Schroeder, ND, LAc
If you’re struggling with digestion and searching for answers, it may be time to investigate a vast world in your belly: the gut microbiome.
Over the past decade, an explosion of research into this crucial ecosystem has illuminated key elements of healthy microbial communities as well as ways we can shape them with diet and lifestyle. In this article, we will discuss recent findings about the gut microbiome, and lay out ways in ...
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By: Molly Force, ND
Your thyroid is a small organ with a huge impact on all aspects of your health. Thyroid hormone impacts every cell in your body, so even a small disturbance in thyroid hormone levels affects your digestive tract, brain, heart, metabolism, glucose and cholesterol levels, and much more.
Yet, despite its importance, thyroid problems are one of ...
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By: Molly Force, ND
We have weathered some serious concerns about our health and how to protect ourselves from viruses like Covid-19 over the last year and a half. We know the fight is not over and that having a strong and healthy immune system is your first defense in preventing invaders from taking over. As we enter into ...
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By: Molly Force, ND
The choice to get breast implants is highly personal, and most women don’t make the decision lightly. Whether it’s cosmetic or reconstructive, implant surgery is a major procedure, with important health implications. Women who have implants, and women considering the surgery, should be aware of the possible side effects and arm themselves with science-backed information.
Researchers ...
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By: Molly Force, ND
Hormones affect every aspect of your wellbeing, from your appetite to your zest for life. Despite their large impact on overall health, hormonal imbalances can be frustratingly difficult to recognize. That’s partly because our hormones must maintain a delicate balance and even a slight shift can have negative repercussions.
Think of your ...
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