Ocean Pollution: Why It’s a Danger to Your Health and What You Can Do About It
Today we’re going to explore why ocean pollution is a danger to your health and what can you do to protect yourself from these toxins.
Today we’re going to explore why ocean pollution is a danger to your health and what can you do to protect yourself from these toxins.
Have 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…
Dr. 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…
Enjoy this delicious and nutritious recipe from fellow Functional Medicine Practitioner Dr. Kara Fitzgerald and team. One of my all time favorite foods is brussel spouts, I love them boiled, roasted and barbecued, they are just so versatile. This yummy roasted brussels sprouts with apples and pistachios will pleaser any table. You will find on JillCarnahan.com…
Symptoms 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…
Chances are that you’ve heard of adrenal fatigue syndrome at some point. Although there is some controversy over whether or not adrenal fatigue is a legitimate diagnosis, there’s no doubt the symptoms are very real. With adrenal fatigue, some people are told that their symptoms are all in their heads for months before getting a…
6 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…
“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…
Don’t put anything on your skin you wouldn’t eat! Avoid mainstream consumer skin care, cosmetics and personal care products, period! Need soap? Try natural brands like Dr Bronner’s, Mrs. Meyers, Watkins or Nubain Heritage. Don’t eat foods made with chemicals you can’t pronounce. Read the ingredients labels. If the list of ingredients is too long…
The Biology of Food Addiction The Calorie Hypothesis Current view: Obesity is just lack of will power …eat less, exercise more The Biology of Food Addiction. This model fails because: Our body’s wise compensatory mechanisms defend against weight loss by decreasing energy expenditure and increasing appetite as we diet High glycemic carbohydrates (like added refined sugars,…
Flu season is just around the corner and there are many ways to enhance your immune system naturally! Don’t let the headlines scare you… your amazing body was built to fight off infections if you treat it well. You are not destined to get influenza! I believe for most individuals, there are better ways than a…
This amazing Bacon & Apple Breakfast Hash recipe is brought to you by Brandi Mackenzie! The depth of flavor that comes from this dish really leaves you satisfied. It is a great option for those looking for a savory, egg-free breakfast. The hash can be easily modified for different tastes and seasons, by using summer squash,…
Diagnosis and Treatment of Leaky Gut: Part II Did you miss my first Leaky Gut Article?! Read more here! So now you may be wondering if you have leaky gut… Food allergies, toxins, sugar, antibiotics, parasites and stress can wreak havoc with your gastrointestinal system, upsetting the balance in your intestine as well as allowing harmful substances to enter the…
Dr. Jill’s Top Ten Healthy Travel Tips Do you struggle with staying healthy when you travel? From lack of healthy food options in the airport to being seated right next to the one person who is coughing in your face, there are many perils to your health. If you are like me, you want to…
Smell that coffee… mmmm! Why I’m a fan of Bulletproof coffee! I wake up around 4:50 am to the sound of my automatic Cuisinart coffee maker grinding fresh Upgraded coffee beans into the filter for a delicious fresh brew. There is nothing better than rubbing your eyes, rolling out of bed, and padding across…
Dahl Recipe. Another delicious and health promoting recipe from my great friend Judy Converse. I love this over steamed cauliflower. Also good with bratwurst or chicken sausage. More calories? For underweight kids I add chopped sweet potato to this recipe. Did you love this recipe? Don’t miss a single one!! Join today and get your FREE copy…
Do you suffer from any of the following symptoms? Weakness, tiredness, or light-headedness Rapid heartbeat or difficulty breathing Poor memory or difficulty concentrating Depression, anxiety, mania Numbness and tingling of hands or feet Difficulty with balance, poor coordination Pale skin Sore tongue Easy bruising or bleeding gums Upset stomach or weight loss Diarrhea or constipation…
“Leaky Gut” Syndrome Leaky Gut – The Syndrome Linked to Many Autoimmune Diseases. Hyperpermeability or “leaky gut” syndrome is the name given to a very common disorder in which the cells lining the intestines become “leaky” due to inflammation. The abnormally large spaces present between the cells of the gut wall allow the entry of…
Seafood Chowder. This recipe is from Megan Forbes, RD. Find this recipe and more on her site. There is no better seafood dish to slow you down than a well made seafood chowder combining the freshest seafood ingredients and organic produce you can get with just a little effort. . You will find on JillCarnahan.com that we have many other…
Dr. Jill Carnahan’s Eight Tips for Daily Detox in a Toxic World Drink more water! Most people simply don’t consume enough water to effectively remove toxins from their bodies. If you don’t like water by itself, add sliced lemon, lime, or cucumber to a pitcher of water and store in your fridge for a cool…