One question I hear frequently from clients is: "Are symptoms normal or just common"? Does everyone feel like this or is it just me? In my own experience, I was a classic case of denial.... Many Natural Health practitioners and authors enter this field because of our own health needs. I'm one of those, for sure... The disconnect between my health and my brain came early for me. I was smart and very well-behaved. Therefore, I was "fine". ... Keep Reading >
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“The Vegetarian Myth” interview with Lierre Keith: PODCAST
A passionate activist for Health, Women, Justice, the Environment, and Sustainability, Lierre Keith is an amazing writer. Her writings on the vegetarian myth go well beyond a casual observation. Her controversial book "The Vegetarian Myth" is deeply thoughtful and provocative, with passages that are often lyrical and sometimes hard to hear. Her writings on the consequences of the Agricultural Revolution go far beyond the short summaries we ... Keep Reading >
5 Common Questions About “The Diet For Human Beings”: My DVD Reviewed by the Grass Fed Girl
HERE'S A GUEST POST FROM THE "GRASS-FED GIRL" REVIEWING MY DVD, THE DIET FOR HUMAN BEINGS AND ANSWERING 5 COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DIET FOR HUMAN BEINGS! THANKS, CAITLIN www.grassfedgirl.com. "I recently enjoyed watching "The Diet For Human Beings” DVD about the Paleo Diet by Beverly Meyer, a Holistic Nutritionist and Podcast Host with 25 years in clinical practice. It is professionally filmed, easy to watch and understand, and has ... Keep Reading >
Mom, I Have a Stomach Ache!
Stomach aches are one of the most common complaints in my practice. Why do tummy aches plague so many children and adults? And how does a parent help their child? Parents often don't know how much their kids suffer. And children think their bodies are normal, for the most part, having nothing to compare to. They'll put up with a surprising amount of problems if they don't feel comfortable asking a parent about something. Some parents simply ... Keep Reading >
Has Your Thyroid Been Mistreated?
Is hypothyroidism the most incorrectly diagnosed and treated health concern in America? Are there natural thyroid solutions to an under-performing thyroid? Millions live with cold body temperatures, sluggish bowels, falling hair, infertility and stubborn weight gain, but have been told their thyroid is "fine". Or, they are told to take ever-increasing doses of thyroid medication (without seeing lasting results). In a recent Primal Diet ... Keep Reading >
Everyday Paleo with Sarah Fragoso – It’s Not All About the Food: PODCAST
Everyday Paleo Sarah Fragoso and her book on feeding and raising a Paleo family. Recipes, playtime and personal stories in her third book. Best-selling author Sarah Fragoso joins Beverly to unveil this exellent family-oriented book! Everyday Paleo Family Cookbook is more than recipes. It's about including the whole family with food, fun, and life. She shows us many places in the shopping and cooking photos where her kids like to join in ... Keep Reading >
Alternative Pain Management For Different Types of Pain: PODCAST
In this podcast I discuss alternative pain management. I'll clarify different types of pain, such as chronic vs. acute; structural vs. biochemical; and more. I'll also talk about the little understood connection between the Neurotransmitter GABA and pain. We’ll look at prescription, over the counter, and herbal support, including the often ignored dangers of NSAID’s. Pain drugs can cause permanent health damage – so tune in to learn some ... Keep Reading >
Pain Management, and the Dangers of NSAIDs
Pain management and the dangers of NSAIDs is a common topic in my clinic. There are many TYPES of pain; acute pain such as headaches, cramps and sprains; and chronic pain from injuries, arthritis, etc. There is muscle tension pain, surgery recovery pain, and pain from poor posture. Body aches from the flu, athletic or overuse pain, and more. Most are inflammatory in nature, often involving prostaglandins. Some are neurotransmitter ... Keep Reading >
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet Low-Starch, Gut Health Diet: PODCAST
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet changed my life. Today I host the authors of the popular SCD Lifestyle E-books and blog to explore the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. This diet is life-changing for Celiac or Chron's sufferers. It works on Irritable Bowel Syndrome and diarrhea too. Here's an interview with SCD Lifestyle gurus Steve and Jordan who really work this diet right! Based on 50 years clinical experience by health professionals, this ... Keep Reading >
Neurological Effects of Gluten
The neurological effects of gluten are wide-ranging. Whether you have true Celiac Disease, or whether you "only" have lesser gluten antibodies and intolerances, gluten can cause multiple neurological issues. Depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and a wide variety of Neuromuscular Disorders can have their roots in gluten antibody side effects. I have seen improvements in ALS, MS, CIPD, Tourette's, seizures, and other complicated illnesses ... Keep Reading >
How To Be A Food Detective
Before I tell you how to be an official food detective, and do a proper elimination diet, here's a little human history for you. Once upon a time, we ate whatever we could hunt, and we gathered lots of plants, some fruits, and some eggs. Fish and other water creatures were abundant. We ate certain mushrooms (not others!), tubers, insects, a little honey, and some tasty herbs and flowers to enrich our meals. In the Paleolithic times before ... Keep Reading >
Dentist’s Warning On Smoothies And Juices
Here's some dental research from Britain and dentist's warnings on juice and smoothies. The statistics on dental decay are pretty shocking. Top dentists warn that health-conscious parents are "misguidedly" letting their children's teeth rot by giving them too many fruit smoothies, juice, and juice drinks. The British government disclosed that dental problems have become the third most common reason for children to be admitted to hospital. ... Keep Reading >