What do chronic migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, and autism all have in common? All of these conditions can be caused by a faulty enzyme called MTHFR. While it may look like an abbreviation for a curse word, MTHFR actually stands for methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase. This little enzyme plays a very important role in the body. MTHFR…
Why I love Chia Seed… Harvested from the salvia hispanics plant and a member of the mint family, the chia seeds’ value as both a source of sustenance has been recognized for thousands of years. The ancient Aztecs regarded chia seeds as one of their most essential grains so much that they were used as…
Quick Tips to Decrease Allergen Exposure at Home. Keep slightly dry to decrease mold growth. Avoid placing them in the bedroom due to mold sensitizing Christmas trees – Unfortunately they grow mold quickly. Use artificial instead of live trees if you have allergies. Nickel Allergy? Use clear nail polish on the back of blue jean buttons…
Nutrition advice has performed some pretty spectacular flip-flops over the past few decades. First nuts were thought to cause heart disease, then eggs were banished from the breakfast table only to be welcomed back later. Margarine was first deemed healthier than butter—until researchers determined that the trans fats were much harder on the arteries. Saturated…
Chocolate Avocado Pudding. If you’re looking for a sweet but guilt-free treat, this is it! You will adore this recipe for a delicious but healthier version of your favorite chocolate pudding. It only takes a few minutes with a blender to put together. The avocados are full of vitamins and healthy fat plus it gives…
UPDATE OF POPULAR MTHFR BLOG POST Do you have a genetic defect in the MTHFR gene?? What’s the Big Deal About Methylation?! Update of the Popular MTHFR Blog Post… Maybe you’ve have a family history of heart attack or stroke… maybe you’ve suffered through multiple miscarriages. Or maybe you struggle with chronic migraine headaches or…
Paleo Guide to Natural Sweeteners: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. Inflammation is an essential part of the body’s healing system. Without it, injuries would fester and simple infections could be deadly. Too much of a good thing, however, is downright deadly. Chronic low-grade inflammation is intimately involved most chronic disease, including Alzheimer’s, diabetes,…
Are Your Gut Microbes Making You Fat!? Are Your Gut Microbes Making You Fat? There are trillions if bacteria living in your gut, that we know. But did you know that the population of your microbes may determine if you are likely to be fat or thin?! As we study this amazing microbe machine inside…
Dr. Jill’s Favorite Healthy Paleo Snack Options… Paleo Safe Options On the Go from Dr. Jill Carnahan. You’ve been asking for healthy snack ideas that are loaded with protein and low glycemic so this week I put together a bunch of my favorites, including travel and to-go ideas…Check it out! Paleo Apple slices with 2…
Your thyroid plays a part in nearly every metabolic process and when the thyroid isn’t working you won’t feel well! This small gland has an average weight of 16.4 grams in the adult. Shaped like a butterfly, it lies low on the front of the neck and below your Adam’s apple and in front of…
An amazing discovery a few years ago revolutionized our ability to understand the gut and permeability and how this impacts a wide range of health conditions from cancer to autoimmune disease to inflammation and food sensitivities. This little molecule, Zonulin, has quite a story… Zonulin Is The “Doorway” To Leaky Gut Zonulin opens up…
Twelve Tips for a Healthy Brain: How you can Prevent Dementia! Declining memory and dementia are not a normal part of aging. There are many things you can do now to prevent or reverse inflammation of the brain! Add coconut oil to your diet. There is growing evidence that regular consumption of coconut oil may…
Summer is officially here! It’s time to enjoy some fun in the sun with your family and friends. Part of being out in the sun is deciding which sunscreen is best for you and your family. From aerosol sprays to lotions, there’s no shortage of options. But what if I told you there are actual dangers of using conventional sunscreens? It’s true. Not all sunscreens are created equal.
UPDATE POST OF MTHFR BLOG MTHFR Gene Mutation-What’s the Big Deal About Methylation?. Do you have a genetic defect in the MTHFR gene?? Maybe you’ve have a family history of heart attack or stroke… maybe you’ve suffered through multiple miscarriages. Or maybe you struggle with chronic migraine headaches or irritible bowel syndrome or depression. Perhaps…
Obesogens are chemicals that can inappropriately alter fat storage and change metabolic set-points. This disrupts energy balance and modifies your appetite to promote fat accumulation. Chemicals in your environment can certainly have an impact on your health and often your weight. Some of these exposures may occur before you’re born but there is still a…
Food Allergy “Fat” “Fat” that comes with food sensitivities is a characterized by bloating and fluid retention that many people experience when they ingest these top seven food allergens. Eating foods that interfere with our body’s chemistry causes tissue swelling, abdominal bloating or even facial puffiness that may have the appearance of real fat. In…
Paleo Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup. Here’s a delicious way to beat the cold when you are in the mood for a great comfort food. This version is completely grain-free, healthy, paleo-safe, husband-approved and absolutely delicious! So, get happy and healthy and fill yourself with some wholesome goodness with our Paleo Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup. You will…
A Quick Start Guide To Paleo Diet. You may have heard the recent buzz about Paleo Diet… so what’s all the fuss about? There are far reaching health benefits to eating more like our grandparents would have eaten… That means real food, not the packaged processed stuff that has become norm in the Standard American…
Influenza Blues? 7 Tips to Prevent Infection. Cold and flu season are in full swing. I frequently get asked if I recommend the flu vaccine. My answer is simple… a healthy immune system is the best defense against colds and flu. If you have an immune deficiency or other serious illness it may be appropriate. …
Healthy Gut = Healthy You! There is a microbial zoo living inside you, literally trillions of microscopic organisms―more than 10,000 different kinds of them―all co-existing with each other and you. In fact they outnumber you ten to one and ninety percent of the genetic material, (DNA and RNA) in your body is not yours, it belongs…