Healthy Gut, Healthy You
As a naturopathic doctor, I talk a lot about poop. The status of your bowel movements reveals a lot about the status of your overall health. In fact, according to the International Institute of Nutrition Research, the health of your colon is a major predictor of how long you will live and how healthy you will…
Medicinal Mushrooms- their Role in Cancer
This review of a meta-analysis study highlights the benefits of the medicinal mushroom, Coriolus versicolor. Cancer patients that took Coriolus had a 9% absolulte reduction in 5-year mortality. The findings were most significant in patients with breast, colorectal and gastric cancers. Coriolus supports the immune system during and after chemotherapy. To maximize the therapeutic value…
Elderberry: Natural Alternative to Flu Vaccine
Elderberry is a must-have herb in your medicine cabinet during cold and flu season! Here are some fun facts regarding Elderberry: Excellent anti-viral Elderberry has been found to reduce the duration of the flu by inactivating flu virus replication. A study published in the Journal of International Medical Research revealed that nearly 90% of patients…
Combating Stress During the Holidays
Coping with the holiday hustle and bustle… Feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed during the holidays? Be sure to nourish yourself with these diet and lifestyle tips. Foods: -Kale- high in magnesium, an essential nutrient for the adrenal glands, organs that regulate energy and stress patterns. -Turkey- packed with protein (stabilizing blood sugar) and B vitamins…
