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Black Bean Hummus

RecipesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP August 30, 2018 Leave a comment

This black bean hummus is very quick to make, and it’s incredibly versatile.

Turn On The Red Light! Red Light Therapy Charges Your Mitochondria, Revitalizes Your Skin, and Reduces Pain

Skin CareBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP August 16, 2018 21 Comments

We are creatures that evolved to live in light. These days we spent about 90% of our time indoors and as a result have significantly reduced the amount of exposure we get to various light wavelengths. Also called photobiomodulation, red light therapy provides just the right wavelengths our body uses for rejuvenating processes.

Animal Crackers

RecipesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP August 13, 2018 2 Comments

Crackers can be a great snack for kids– especially, crackers that are homemade, full of nutrients, and tastes great.

Shining Light on a Mysterious Illness: Multiple Chemical Sensitivity

Environmental ToxicityBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP August 10, 2018 35 Comments

Add multiple chemical sensitivity to the long list of chronic diseases that have been written off as psychosomatic for far too long. Chronic diseases are inherently complex and confusing for patients and doctors alike.

On Suicide – Why We Feel Alone in a Connected World

Brain HealthBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP August 1, 2018 5 Comments

There were two prominent suicides in recent headlines – both of them came as a shock to close friends and family. The tragic stories that followed reminded us how hard it is to really know what’s going on in another person’s life, no matter how close we feel we are to them.

Understanding HPA Axis Dysfunction (Hint: It’s Not Adrenal Fatigue)

Adrenal Health, HormonesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP July 26, 2018 14 Comments

“Adrenal fatigue” is a term that’s been popularized by the health and wellness media – hey, even I’ve used it years ago. But I think it’s time to set the record straight and really dig into what’s going on.

Indian Shrimp Curry

RecipesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP July 22, 2018 1 Comment

Indian Shrimp Curry made with coconut milk, tomato sauce and warm Indian spices is a quick 20 minute curry dish you can enjoy any day of the week!

What is Your Total Toxic Burden? How To Reduce It For Better Health

Environmental ToxicityBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP July 19, 2018 13 Comments

I believe environmental toxicity is one of the biggest contributors to the rise in chronic illness today. And yet, because doctors don’t really learn about chronic toxic burden in medical school, it’s now become somewhat of an elephant in the room.

Hack Your Recovery with Blood Flow Restriction Training

FitnessBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP July 12, 2018 2 Comments

Blood flow restriction exercise is a training method where a cuff is applied to a certain part of the body, which restricts blood flow while a low load exercise is performed.
Why would you want to restrict the blood flow to an area of the body?

Is Undermethylation Keeping You Down? What You Can Do

Gut Health, Allergies, Autoimmune Health, Brain Health, MCASBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP July 5, 2018 25 Comments

If you’ve struggled most of your life with depression and nervousness, or even tend to feel a little down in the dumps, you might want to check to see if you are undermethylating. Methylation status something I regularly check patients for because it’s a process the body needs to run diverse and vital functions, but oftentimes their methylation processing isn’t quite balanced – causing them to undermethylate or overmethylate.

Vegan Brownies

RecipesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP July 4, 2018 3 Comments

Small batch vegan brownies made with just almond butter, maple syrup, and cocoa powder. Crazy, right? Crazy good!

Is Overmethylation The Cause of Your Anxiety?

Allergies, Brain Health, Gut HealthBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP June 25, 2018 45 Comments

Even though methylation is a hot topic in the world of medicine right now, most of the conversation revolves around undermethylation. If your attention perked up when you saw that today’s blog is about overmethylation, I’m guessing you’re already a bit familiar with MTHFR mutations and some basic concepts of methylation.

Turmeric Golden Milk Popsicles

RecipesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP June 24, 2018 1 Comment

Turmeric Golden Milk is all the rave these days! So why not enjoy them frozen all summer long. Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory, and is said to help boost the immune system, so not only will they cool you off, it’s also a great way to get the benefits of Turmeric.

Be Happier & Less Anxious with 7 Minutes a Day

Autoimmune Health, Brain Health, FitnessBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP June 18, 2018 4 Comments

Sometimes I feel as though science is catching up with ancient wisdom. Studies on meditation and prayer continue to build upon what religious leaders have been saying for centuries

How to Get Rid of Mold – Definitive Mold Removal Guide

Mold ExposureBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP June 12, 2018 37 Comments

Mold illness can be sneaky and symptoms may seemingly come from nowhere. Mold illness symptoms can range from low level and feel like a bout of flu you can’t shake to debilitating fatigue that makes getting through the day tough.

Chia Lemon Water

RecipesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP June 11, 2018 10 Comments

Drink More Water! Start your day of by drinking 8-12oz of water in the morning. This is particularly important during a diet change as it improves cognitive function, gastrointestinal function, kidney function, decrease headaches.

A Doctor’s Natural Anti-Aging and Skin Care Ritual

Skin CareBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP June 4, 2018 10 Comments

In a world where there is mountains of advice on how to take care of your skin best it can be hard to sift through the noise and find what really helps. This is why I wanted to take the time and share with you some of my favorite skin care secrets.

We Can No Longer Ignore Glyphosate

Environmental Toxicity, Gut Health, NutritionBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP May 27, 2018 18 Comments

Maybe you’ve heard it in the news recently – glyphosate has been in a number of legal cases worldwide and there’s no sign of this trend slowing down. This is good news, since glyphosate (also known as Roundup) is a pesticide that has infiltrated every aspect of our water and food systems and is wreaking havoc on human health.

Paleo Burgers with Caramelized Balsamic Onions & Avocado

RecipesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP May 24, 2018 Leave a comment

Who says burgers can’t be healthy!? Paleo Burgers served on a slice of tomato topped with Caramelized Balsamic Onions that will make you swoon and of course Avocado! A quick 30 minute meal you’re family will want on repeat!

4 Reasons Environmental Illnesses Affect Women More Than Men

Environmental Toxicity, Skin CareBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP May 16, 2018 4 Comments

Women are much more likely to become sick due to environmentally acquired illnesses than men. Though this is a widely accepted fact in the medical community, there isn’t a clear reason as to why this is. Though, there have been a number of factors which have been hypothesized through studies and doctors’ experiences.

Walnut Sun-Dried Tomato Pate

RecipesBy Dr. Jill C. Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, IFMCP May 13, 2018 Leave a comment

Whether you follow a paleo or vegan diet, this walnut sun-dried tomato pate is easy to make. It’s for a perfect snack or lunch idea. Spread on gluten-free crackers, slices of cucumbers, stuffed into tomatoes or an avocado.