I have personal history with Epstein Barr virus and Adrenal Fatigue. Full-blown Adrenal Failure actually. Most people's Adrenals aren't affected as badly as that but EBV does affect them. Is Epstein Barr Really your Top Issue? For most people, no. It's common to have EBV Antibodies. EBV is Mono, an infectious Virus many of us got when younger. For some people, it is now "Reactivated Epstein Barr" where the virus may have become a top priority, ... Keep Reading >
The Amazing Benefits of Walkabout Emu Oil
So many benefits of Walkabout Emu Oil. It's a completely unique superfood! Male emu live on this oil they have stored up prior to sitting full-time (for 54 days!) on their eggs. It's their only nutrition during this time. Think what that might mean for your body too! These emus are not ordinary breeds harvested for meat, cosmetic oil or feathers. They are carefully raised to produce this amazing oil rich in Omega 3, 7 and 9's, Vitamin K2 and ... Keep Reading >
5 Ways Vitamin D Can Save Your Life
Vitamin D can save your life? Yes! It really can.... The Primal Diet - Modern Health podcast link above has more info than this article alone. Vitamin D is THE vitamin superstar, affecting so much more than bones and teeth. The brain, immune system, hormones, cancer prevention and gene expression all rely to some extent on Vitamin D. You may be surprised at my list below of 5 life-saving areas requiring optimal D3 levels. Vitamin D has ... Keep Reading >
5 Reasons You Have Trouble Falling Asleep
Having trouble falling asleep? Let's address 5 possible causes of Insomnia. 5 Reasons You Have Trouble Falling Asleep 1). Is your bedroom cold and quiet? Pet-free? Is your partner snoring or tossing in bed? I use a noise machine for the small noises that disturb me. Or wear Hear-O's ear plugs. The bedroom should be cold. If your bed and bedding have nylon/synthetic fibers, change your bedding to natural fibers and put cotton, wool or sheepskin ... Keep Reading >
Iodine for Hair, Thyroid and Female Health
How do we use Iodine for hair, Thyroid and Female health? Where do we get Iodine and how much do we need? Perhaps 60 to 70% of us don't get enough. This helps explain the epidemic of Hypothyroidism I see in Consults. The entire body uses Iodine for various functions but the Thyroid is key. How did we get so deficient in Iodine? Iodine is found in the ocean, but those who live far inland or who do not regularly consume seafood or seaweeds ... Keep Reading >
Using Zinc for Loss of Taste and Smell
Zinc is essential for our sense of smell and taste. Can we use Zinc for loss of taste and smell in Covid? Nutritionists and doctors have known for decades that Zinc is important for taste and smell neurology as well as the Immune System, Prostate and Pancreas. COVID Loss of Taste and Smell Loss of smell and taste can be strong early warnings of infection, perhaps more important than fever or low oxygen. If your taste and smell suddenly ... Keep Reading >
How Does Candida Cause Weight Gain? Taming the Carb Beast
How does Candida cause weight gain? Calories from excess Carbohydrates is usually the reason for weight gain. Barring severely low Thyroid function or genetic disorders, it's the carbs that cause Candida, Metabolic Syndrome, pre-diabetes, Diabetes Type II, Obesity, and all their side effects. Pasta, bread, sodas, cereal, candy, fruit juice, corn chips, sugars and more are not good food for Humans. Small amounts of tubers - potato, yam, ... Keep Reading >
Building a Strong Lean Body If You’re Tired and Overweight
Want to build a strong lean body when you're tired and overweight? Need movement that's easy but effective? How do you balance your hormones and pick the right diet and supplements for energy and weight? Here are the steps to make a better, healthier body. First: Fact-Check Those Carbs A high carb diet is the most common cause of weight gain. Period. Pasta, bread, rice, beans, juice, potatoes, dessert, candy, sodas, chips and cookies are ... Keep Reading >
Is Alzheimer’s Diabetes of the Brain?
Is Alzheimer's Diabetes of the brain? Alzheimer's has been called Diabetes Type 3 for more than a decade. Numerous studies are ongoing worldwide. This is great news for those wanting to protect the brain, despite their gene status. There is much you can do, at home, every day, to protect yourself from dementia. Here's a quote from one Alzheimers' website: The latest study to look at the effects of blood sugar levels on the brain has ... Keep Reading >
9 Big Causes of Hypothyroidism You May Not Know
What are the causes of hypothyroidism? Is it the thyroid gland itself, another endocrine gland, estrogen dominance or illness? Is low thyroid the problem or the symptom? This is THE key question in a functional wellness practice. Is an issue a symptom of another problem? Or is it the actual key problem that needs to be addressed. Exploring this changes the supplements I would suggest or the type of tests I run. Pros and Cons of Thyroid ... Keep Reading >
When to Take Bioidentical Hormones and When to Avoid
When to take Bioidentical Hormones? This is a frequent question from my Clients. Who should take them? Does every post-menopausal woman need them? If so, which hormones are good and which to avoid? First differentiate between Bioidentical Hormones and Synthetic hormones. Synthetic hormones have been used since the 1960's. These are hormone "mimics" patented by big Pharma companies. Since they are protected by patents they cannot be ... Keep Reading >
Can Eggs Cause Gallbladder Problems?
Can eggs cause Gallbladder Problems? Yes! I have seen many client's digestive and Gallbladder symptoms improve after eliminating eggs. If you've already lost your gall bladder, even more reason to study this connection now. What Does the Gallbladder Do? The liver makes bile and sends it to the Gallbladder under the liver. It concentrates and stores bile until needed to digest fats. The Gallbladder is connected to the top of the small ... Keep Reading >
How to Do a Paleo Elimination Diet
A Paleo Elimination Diet is useful to look for food intolerances and digestive issues. But foods can also cause a wide variety of symptoms: rashes, throat clearing, snoring, reflux, pain in various areas of the body and more. Steps For a Paleo Elimination Diet 1). First, let's assume you are eating what I call "true and correct Paleo". Misconceptions about Paleo occur when you use information from random sources rather than people who work with ... Keep Reading >
Heart Disease and Cholesterol | What Does the Science Say?
Heart disease and cholesterol science evidence says that heart disease is both more complex and more simple than eating (or not eating) bacon and eggs. Cholesterol does NOT cause heart disease. Many, many independent studies confirm this. This article explains how even the USDA agreed with this in 2015. Heart Disease and Cholesterol Science? What We Hear #1). Cholesterol causes fatty deposits that clog arteries and impair blood ... Keep Reading >