Reacting To Foods And Can’t Figure Out Why?

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Reacting To Foods And Can’t Figure Out Why?

A growing number of people suffer from food sensitivities – by some estimates, more than one in five people experience uncomfortable symptoms after eating certain foods. Yet, despite their prevalence, many of us don’t realize we have a food sensitivity. Instead, we assume the common symptoms, like bloating, fatigue and “brain fog,” are just normal results of our busy lives.

It doesn’t have to be that way. Many patients tell us they are surprised by a remarkable improvement in their quality ...

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End Candida Overgrowth the Natural Way

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End Candida Overgrowth the Natural Way

What is Candida you might ask?

Candida albicans is a yeast, a type of fungus which grows within the mouth, intestines, and skin. In small amounts, this fungus is harmless to our body and leads to no symptoms.

The problems arise, however, when there is an overgrowth of Candida, which leads to infections. This is typically referred to as Candidiasis, which can be caused by a variety of factors:

  • Antibiotics: Sometimes antibiotics are necessary to fight an infection or kill unwanted bacteria in ...
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OCT
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Pain with Sex? Find the Root Cause

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Pain with Sex? Find the Root Cause

By: Mary Schroeder, ND, LAC

Pain with sex is very common and yet can be difficult to talk about. We have such a strong stigma in our culture around sexual pleasure that many people avoid seeking help from their healthcare providers. If you fall into this category, we want you to know that you are not alone, and that there are many options for treatment.

The first step in finding an effective treatment strategy is to get an accurate diagnosis. If you ...

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Constantly Bloated? Time To Get To The Root Cause

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Constantly Bloated? Time To Get To The Root Cause

Bloating is a very common condition that most people experience at some point. When you’re bloated, your stomach feels tight, full, and sometimes painful.

Often, we feel bloated after a large meal, and the discomfort is only short-term. Other times, bloating is related to an underlying health condition, and can cause severe symptoms that negatively affect quality of life.

Keep reading to find out more about bloating, its common causes, and how you can prevent it.

What Is Bloating?

Bloating refers to an excess ...

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Natural Treatments For Eczema

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Natural Treatments For Eczema

If you suffer from eczema, you probably know how uncomfortable and inconvenient the condition is.

Eczema is a common skin condition characterized by itchy, dry, and irritated skin. It typically starts during infancy or childhood but can persist into adulthood and it affects people of all ethnicities and ages. Complications of eczema may include:

  • Sleep troubles. Persistently itchy skin can cause difficulty getting a good night’s rest.
  • Skin infections. Frequent scratching of affected areas can leave the skin open to bacteria.
  • Thick scaly skin. ...
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10 Ways to Improve Insulin Sensitivity

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10 Ways to Improve Insulin Sensitivity

Insulin resistance can be difficult to detect without medical tests. However, its effects can be dangerous if left unchecked.

This month we are taking a look at the risks and symptoms of insulin resistance, plus 10 preventative measures you can take to reduce your risks of insulin resistance and increase your insulin sensitivity.

What Is Insulin Resistance?

Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas which allows blood cells to absorb and use glucose. When a person experiences insulin resistance, their cells are ...

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AUG
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Heavy Metals In the Body: What You Need to Know

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Heavy Metals In the Body: What You Need to Know

Heavy metals are naturally occurring elements that can be found throughout the environment. Given their prevalence in the foods that we eat and even the air we breathe, we are exposed to high levels of heavy metals every day.

Certain metals– including zinc, copper, and iron—are beneficial for your health in small doses. However, overexposure to other heavy metals poses serious health risks. Cadmium, arsenic, chromium, lead, and mercury are some of the most toxic. Heavy metal poisoning has become a ...

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AUG
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Mushrooms: The Underrated Superfood

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Mushrooms: The Underrated Superfood

Mushrooms have been used for centuries, across many cultures as both food and medicine. A growing body of research now centers on the many benefits of mushrooms both on our physical and mental health. If you’ve only thought of mushrooms as a nice addition to a stir-fry, it’s time to learn more about these fascinating fungi, and their medicinal and adaptogenic varieties that are becoming mainstream superfood supplements!

What Are Mushrooms Anyway?

Mushrooms are edible fungi, which might not sound too appetizing, ...

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JUL
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Avoid Iron Deficiency: Best Practices and Tips

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Avoid Iron Deficiency: Best Practices and Tips

Iron is an essential mineral that helps maintain many vital functions in the body. This includes the production of hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that helps transport oxygen throughout the body. Consuming enough iron is important. Without it, your body will struggle to produce enough healthy red blood cells. Iron levels impact many aspects of your health, including:

  • Energy
  • Ability to focus
  • Gastrointestinal health
  • Your immune system
  • Regulation of body temperature
  • Skin, hair, and nails

Heme vs. Non-Heme Iron

Dietary iron comes in two forms – ...

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Mental Fitness: Top Tips For Optimum Clarity

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Mental Fitness: Top Tips For Optimum Clarity

Mental fitness is a concept used to help us enhance our thought patterns and overall mental and cognitive well-being. Just as the body can be strengthened through physical exercise, our minds too can be made more resilient through conscious training and healthy lifestyle practices. By developing an awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, we can become more confident and capable in the world.

Everyone has experienced feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and helpless amidst the pressures of daily life, and many people ...

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