Oxytocin… it’s not just about sex! The pituitary is a very important gland located at the base of the brain, just below the hypothalamus. The two main sections of the gland, the anterior and posterior pituitary secrete some very essential hormones for life…. Anterior Pituitary Hormones ACTH (Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone) – stimulates adrenal gland to produce cortisol FSH…
DetailsSeven Deadly Diseases Rooted In Your Gut Microbiome Did you know the bacteria in our gut comprise an internal organ all of their own? We are colonized by ten times more bacteria in our gut than there are cells in our body! They play a profoundly important role in human health and disease. From helping us absorb nutrients,…
DetailsHave you been feeling the pressure to make New Year’s Resolutions that you know you won’t keep? It’s the beginning of another year… a blank canvas on which to write out all your dreams and goals. You may be reminiscing about all the wonderful things last year held for you or perhaps recalling some great loss…
DetailsLow Dose Naltrexone (LDN): The treatment you’ve never heard of… Why haven’t you heard about this amazing new breakthrough for conditions ranging from autoimmunity to cancer? Perhaps because as of yet no company has stepped forward with the billions of dollars needed to do a large-scale study on low-dose naltrexone (LDN). Unfortunately getting FDA-approval for use…
DetailsGlyphosate is the active ingredient in the popular herbicide, Roundup. Glyphosate toxicity is a big deal and what you don’t know just might kill you! Many people routinely spray their lawns with this chemical totally unaware of the toxicity. In the United States, farmers are applying ever increasing amounts to their crops before harvest. According the…
DetailsImmunology in the Gut Mucosa. The gut mucosa hosts the body’s largest population of immune cells. Nature Immunology in collaboration with Arkitek Studios have produced an animation unravelling the complexities of mucosal immunology in health and disease…. CHECK THIS OUT! The gut mucosa is the largest and most dynamic immunological environment of the body. It’s…
DetailsDrinking Pure Water: An Overlooked Key to Optimal Health! Talking about pure drinking water may seem a bit boring but making sure that you are adequately hydrated and that the water you drink is free of chemicals and toxins is paramount to your health. Perhaps nothing is more basic but more important! Did you know that blood is 92%…
DetailsI love hearing the stories of patients who take control of their health and experience amazing results. Here is a testimony from one of my patients… Patient Testimonial of Healing – Tonia M.”It’s been a nostalgic weekend for me. Six months ago we were at this same resort in Redding California and my body went…
DetailsBest new find in Boulder… Olea Estates Olive Oil! If you know me well, you know one of the highlights of my week is the Farmer’s Market in Boulder, Colorado. Getting my weekly supply of seasonal dark leafy greens and fresh vegetables from local farmer’s like Red Wagon Organics for my smoothies and juices and occasionally some of Plowshares organic bacon…
DetailsSimple Tips To Prevent Lyme Disease. Yesterday a patient contacted me frantically while vacationing in the state of Maine worried because she had just found a tick on her back. She had been told by another physician, “I’d rather treat cancer than chronic lyme disease,” and was quite worried. I reassured her that prophylactic treatment with…
DetailsDiet-Induced Dysbiosis of the Intestinal Microbiota and the Effects on Immunity and Disease Read full article HERE Kirsty Brown †, Daniella DeCoffe †, Erin Molcan and Deanna L. Gibson * Department of Biology, University of British Columbia Okanagan, Kelowna, BC V1V 1V7, Canada; Abstract Diet-induced Changes in our Gut Microbes. The gastrointestinal (GI) microbiota is the collection of…
DetailsTOXIC BEAUTY! Do You Know What’s in Your Beauty Products? Recent studies have shown that we actually acquire more toxins through skin absorption and inhalation than we do through the foods that we eat. This makes our personal care products a big contender in our overall health and well-being. If you feel like you are…
DetailsDr. Jill Carnahan’s Summer Reading List will inspire, motivate and get you on course for a healthy living lifestyle. So sit back, grab and apple, find a nice quiet place in your home (preferably outside) and enjoy Dr. Jill Carnahan’s Summer Reading List. Dr. Jill’s Summer Reading List Top 10 Inspirational/Motivational Love Does Better Than…
DetailsSymptoms that indicate you may have Adrenal Fatigue… Click here to take the QUIZ: Do you have Adrenal Fatigue? Morning fatigue — it’s hard to “wake up” until 10 a.m., even if you’ve been awake since 7 a.m. Afternoon feeling of sleepiness or brain fog from 2 to 4 p.m. You may have a burst of energy…
DetailsTake this simple quiz to find out if you might have Adrenal Fatigue or Adrenal Dysfunction… Do you have difficulty awakening from sleep in the morning, often hitting the snooze button multiple times? Do you need coffee to get going in the morning? Have you recently gained weight, especially around the middle? Do you feel like you get every…
DetailsGMO Myths and Truths GMO Myths and Truths: Do You Know The Facts? Genetically modified crops and foods are neither safe nor necessary to feed the world, a new report by genetic engineers shows. The second edition of GMO Myths and Truths, co-authored by genetic engineers Dr John Fagan and Dr Michael Antoniou and researcher…
DetailsFeed the World: Help Ban Glyphosate and Protect Our Future Generations! Feed The World has one single aim: To protect women and children from the harmful effects of toxic chemicals in our food and in our environment. Watch the video HERE. Feed The World’s first project is to ban glyphosate – the world’s most used…
Details6 Simple Steps to Treat Your Depression without Drugs. Depression is no laughing matter. It is a very serious ailment affecting nearly 15 million Americans often treated with potent prescription medications. Furthermore, side effects of antidepressants run the gamut from decreased libido, to flat emotions, restlessness, sleep disturbances, even thoughts of suicide. In cases of mild to moderate…
Details“I’ve got a gut feeling about this” Mind Altering Microbes: How your gut microbiome may influence your mood. While we have certainly heard that appetite and digestion are controlled by the enteric nervous system (also known as “the master control panel in your gut”), who would’ve thought that the gut might also control your emotions and mood? It’s…
DetailsIs Toxic Mold Exposure the Cause of Your Symptoms? Are you one of the many people unknowingly living or working in water damaged building? Did you know it may be dramatically affecting your health? It’s estimated that indoor air pollutants, including mold and mycotoxins may be contributing to more than 50% of our patient’s illnesses. Typically we think of…
DetailsTHE LOW MOLD DIET The Low Mold Diet. Use this guide to shift your diet away from high sugar and starchy foods to more fresh, whole foods. If you suspect you’ve been exposed to mold or mycotoxins, read my post on mold exposure here. Foods that must be avoided Avoid sugar and sugar containing foods: Table sugar…
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