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Keeping Kids Healthy During Flu Season

05 Feb 2019

By Cindy Wechsler, APRN Kids generally suffer from ten colds a year. The majority of their illnesses occur during the winter season. Though we have had a pretty mild winter up to this point, winter is still upon us for several more weeks and we are in the height of Flu...

3 Natural Remedies for Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus And My Testing Advice

05 Jul 2018

3 Natural Remedies for Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus and My Testing Advice Lichen sclerosus is a chronic disorder that causes symptoms of intense vulvar itching, pain with urination, especially when fissures occur, and pain with intercourse. All things that are really no fun!...

Stressed about Being Stressed: Breaking the Vicious Cycle

07 Feb 2018

In the sea of pink of this newsletter, did this title catch your eye? A healthy amount of stress propels us to get things done, however, the more stress that piles on, the more we start to feel it. And because we each know the symptoms we get under stress, such as headaches,...

Artificial Light at Night: Is Your Smartphone Screen Putting You At Risk?

23 Jul 2017

Artificial Light at Night: Is Your Smartphone Screen Putting You At Risk? As we all continue to spend more hours every day in front of a screen—whether it’s a smartphone, tablet, computer, or TV—health experts are warning that too much exposure to the artificial hue of light from...

Are You Suffering From Adrenal Fatigue? Causes, Signs, & Symptoms

19 Jun 2017

Ever had a sluggish, groggy morning, followed by an excruciatingly sleepy workday, punctuated by shaky hands and sugar cravings in the afternoon? Considering how run-down you’ve felt lately, do you wonder how you’d get through the day without that cup of coffee (or two, or three)...

Your Tick Bite Toolkit: How to Prevent, Respond To, And Treat A Tick Bite Naturally

15 May 2017

By Dr. Ellen Lewis As we enter the summer months and spend more time hiking, walking, and enjoying the warmer weather, it’s important to have a plan for preventing tick bites. Though seemingly harmless, if left untreated tick bites can lead to skin infections and even Lyme...

6 Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies (And My Testing Advice)

25 Mar 2017

It’s that time of year again. The birds are chirping, the grass is growing, and the pollen is out in full force. For many, the warmth of springtime weather brings with it the runny nose, sore throat, and itchy, watery eyes of allergy season. The nagging symptoms of allergies...

Nutrient Testing and Supplementation for Endometriosis

22 Feb 2017

If you or someone you love has endometriosis, you should know about the natural options for endometriosis treatment with nutrient supplementation. The chronic flare-ups of pelvic pain that characterize endometriosis can make it an isolating—and at times, debilitating—conditio...

“Eat These 6 Foods To Prevent Heart Disease Naturally”

31 Jan 2017

If you want a natural treatment to prevent or reverse your heart disease, your diet is a great place to start. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the U.S., and a poor diet is one of the primary indicators for...

Don’t look for the Bullseye! Lyme is not always on target!

20 Apr 2016

By Dr. Mara Davidson Lyme disease is an ever-growing epidemic throughout the United States. Unfortunately this spiral shaped bacteria named Borrelia burgdorferi which causes Lyme disease is found in several types of deer ticks. Not only are many humans at risk for getting bitten...

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