By Joanne Aponte, ND on April 3, 2020
No doubt this is a difficult time for many of us. Increased stress and strain on your resources might be taking its toll on you. If you are a parent like me, now you’re doing double duty as teacher in addition to your regular job. Read More
By Joanne Aponte, ND on March 29, 2020
Many of you may be concerned about all that is happening regarding the spread of the coronavirus. Even I find this a little unsettling. Yes, let’s take extra precautions but let’s not let our fears take over. For most people, if you do get… Read More
By Joanne Aponte, ND on March 28, 2020
This recipe is SIBO friendly and low fodmap. There is actually some science to support chicken soup as a cold remedy! Chicken soup may block the migration of white blood cells to the upper respiratory tract and (according to a 2012 study in the American… Read More
By Joanne Aponte, ND on March 13, 2020
Autoimmune diseases are a group of conditions in which the immune system goes awry and starts to attack the body’s own cells. It can no longer distinguish self (you) from invader (not you). This immune attack against “self” leads to various symptoms and disease of… Read More
By Joanne Aponte, ND on March 9, 2020
Proton pump inhibitors (such as omeprazole and Nexium) are commonly prescribed to address acid reflux as well as a whole range of digestive symptoms. Symptoms of acid reflux include burning or pain in the stomach, chest or throat, chronic cough, sore throat, bad breath… Read More
By Joanne Aponte, ND on February 10, 2020
‘Tis the season for colds and flus! While none of us like getting sick, acute illnesses like colds and flus are a very natural and normal response of a healthy body. It is normal for adults to get 1-2 colds per year and for children… Read More
By Joanne Aponte, ND on February 9, 2020
1/4 cup pumpkin (canned is fine) 10 oz of liquid – I use half water and half non-dairy milk. dash of pumpkin pie spice (add more as desired) 1 tbsp coconut cream 1/2- 1 tbsp ground flax seeds 1 tsp of honey (or… Read More