Tips for Dealing with Herxheimer or Die-off Reactions. Dealing With Yeast Die-Off (Herxheimer) Reactions Yeast overgrowth can happen in response to improper diet, poor immunity, difficulties in digestion and antibiotic use. Poorly digested food can lead to putrefaction (rotting) and encourages the growth of organisms. Antibiotic use destroys the normal balance of gut flora and…
DetailsTop 10 Secrets to Fabulous Looking Skin Keep your gut bugs happy! Take a high-quality probiotic supplement can promote a healthy balance of gut flora and support your immune system. Optimize your vitamin D levels – Vitamin D is crucial for establishing a healthy immune system and to help promote healthy-looking skin. Eliminate sugar in…
DetailsConstipation Trouble? Here’s 5 Tips to Get You Going…. Constipation is one of those topics few like to talk about. If you’ve suffered from this problem, though, you know it can be both painful and frustrating. Almost everyone gets constipated at some time during his or her life. It affects approximately 2% of the population. …
DetailsHow Leaky Gut is linked to Skin Conditions, like Eczema & Psoriasis… First a little background … When the body doesn’t tolerate a food or has created antibodies to that food, ingesting it creates a chronic, low-level irritation or inflammation in the gut. Over time, with regular exposure, the irritation worsens and creates spaces between…
DetailsWhat is SIgA? IgA is a type of antibody that protects against infections of the mucous membranes lining the mouth, airways, and digestive tract… it is your first line of defense on the mucosal lining and it makes up a majority of your entire immune system. Some people have a genetic deficiency and present with…
DetailsLowering Your Cholesterol Levels, Naturally One in four Americans over the age of 45 are now taking a statin drug, despite the fact that there are over 900 studies proving their adverse effects, which run the gamut from muscle problems to diabetes and increased cancer risk. Statins deplete your body of CoQ10, which can have…
DetailsCeliac Disease and Gluten Intolerance-What’s up With Wheat? Have you been told you have “gluten-intolerance” or worse… that you have celiac disease? Many people go for years without knowing the connection between gluten and their gastrointestinal symptoms, autoimmune disease (thyroiditis, arthritis, lupus etc), skin disorder (eczema, acne, psoriasis), and even neurological disorders (epilepsy, ADHD, autism,…
DetailsDrink Coffee and Thrive!! Many patients are surprised to hear that I drink coffee. Not just an occasional cup, but every morning at 5:25am my Cuisinart automatic bean-grinding coffee maker whirs to a start, grinding the fresh roasted beans from Silver Canyon Coffee (*Organic Ethiopian Unwashed Sidamo is our favorite) *The unwashed or “dry” coffee…
DetailsBoulder Farmer’s Market Favorites! Hey readers… please stay tuned! This week I’ll be blogging about some of my favorite venders and fresh produce at the Boulder Farmer’s Market… and encouraging YOU to support your local organic and sustainable farms. I’ll be featuring delicious recipes, insider tips to get the best produce, and introducing you to some…
Details10 Simple Rules to Healthy Grocery Shopping Habits. Are you boggled by the confusing array of suggestions for a healthy diet? Are you overwhelmed when shopping for your family and trying to feed them good food? Well, here are ten simple rules when eating that may simplify your life! Eating REAL, fresh food, will treat and…
DetailsGot Enough Folate or Folic Acid? Why it’s Important to Get it Right! Folates are abundant in the diet but these compounds are readily destroyed by cooking or processing. The best sources are thought to be dark leafy greens. Sprouts, fruits, brewer’s yeast, and organ meats, like liver & kidney are also good sources. …
DetailsYummy Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Breakfast Bars! GLUTEN-FREE, GRAIN-FREE BREAKFAST BARS 1 ¼ cup blanched almond flour ¼ teaspoon celtic sea salt ¼ teaspoon baking soda ¼ cup grapeseed oil 1/8 cup pure molasses 1/8 cup of pure organic maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut ¼ cup pumpkin seeds…
DetailsReviews and Comparisons of Almond Milk: Best & Worst. Are you looking for a dairy-free, soy-free alternative to milk? Almond and coconut milks are delicious and healthy alternatives. If you own a juicer, it is quite simple to make your own… however, if you want to try commercially available brands, I’ve tried them all and…
DetailsCeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, rye and spelt. Currently, the only treatment available is the adoption of a lifelong gluten free diet, which is made particularly challenging due to the prevalence of wheat in western diets. It is an excellent example of environmental challenge meeting gene…
DetailsAttention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) may be linked to genetics, but an unhealthy diet will exaggerate symptoms, even in individuals not predisposed. Simply eliminating foods that cause symptoms can be helpful but adding key nutrients back into your diet will have an even greater impact. Individuals with ADHD may be sensitive to sugar, processed foods and…
DetailsHere are 10 Lessons on Diet Longevity Non-Industrialized Cultures Characteristics of Traditional Diets The diets of healthy, nonindustrialized peoples contain no refined or denatured foods or ingredients, such as refined sugar or high fructose corn syrup; white flour; canned foods; pasteurized, homogenized, skim or lowfat milk; refined or hydrogenated vegetable oils; protein powders; artificial vitamins;…
DetailsRecent studies have shown that we actually acquire more toxins through skin absorption and inhalation than we do through the foods that we eat Toxic Beauty. Do You Know What’s in Your Products?. This makes our personal care products a big contender in our overall health and well-being. If you feel like you are eating…
DetailsHere are some of Top Ten Tips for Your Best Mind & Body this year! Dr Jill’s favorite health & weight loss tips to get you in the best shape for 2012~ 1. Break the Sugar Habit The average American is sugar-logged, consuming more than 140 pounds of added caloric sweeteners per year, according to…
DetailsIf you’re at all concerned about your health—whether you want to gain health or maintain it—nutrition is paramount. In fact, your diet accounts for about 80 percent of the health benefits reaped from a healthy lifestyle, with the remaining 20 percent from exercise. So what makes for a nutritionally sound diet? First and foremost, a…
DetailsPolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), the most common metabolic disorder of reproductive-age women in the United States, is generally known as a reproductive disorder but is also associated with life threatening medical illnesses. In the U.S., six million reproductive-age women are affected with the syndrome. PCOS is generally considered a syndrome rather than a disease because it manifests…
DetailsBoosting your immunity is important for coping with the cold and flu season. Of course, getting a flu shot with dubious efficacy is not one of them. All vaccines depress the immune system and can cause lifelong neurological damage and autoimmune diseases. 10 Tips to Boost Your Immune System Elderberry extracts or syrups have been…
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