Category: Conditions
Breaking the Stress-Sleepy Cycle
Stress and sleep, or lack thereof, can have significant pathological and clinical implications. Stress and sleep are cyclically related to one another [...]
The Secret for Living Disease and Stress Free
In today’s society, it is normal for older citizens to shows signs of multiple chronic diseases and a lower standard of living due to health problems [...]
How to Prevent Colds and Flu Naturally!
Cold and Flu season is now commercially defined as the period from October until May, with the peak in cold and flu activity between December and Febr [...]
Chronic Inflammation, Pain & Disease: Combating Them Naturally (Part 1)
In the classic response to injury or infection, the injured area becomes red, swollen, hot, and painful. But, there is another type of inflammation t [...]
What Can Natural Medicine do for Cancer Treatment?
Cancer treatment is one of the most heavily researched fields in medicine. Scientists and researchers are constantly seeking better and novel treatmen [...]
Estrogen: Friend or Foe? What You Need to Know
Hormones, hormones, hormones! What is a woman to do? Is estrogen my friend or my foe? And what can I do to balance my hormones so that estrogen remain [...]
Natural Medicine for Effective Pain Relief
Pain is by far the most common medical condition people experience and the #1 reason for doctor visits. Pain can impact people in so many ways, be lon [...]
Is Hormone Imbalance Causing Infertility?
According to the CDC, one in eight couples have difficulty becoming pregnant or sustaining a pregnancy. Difficulty conceiving can lead to feelings of [...]
You Don’t Have to Suffer with Daily Chronic Pain
When we are outside enjoying the pleasant weather, we are more vulnerable to strains and sprains from gardening and outdoor activities. Injuries may b [...]
The Webster Technique for a Healthy Pregnancy
For many women, pregnancy can be a very uncomfortable experience. Early on, it may begin with morning sickness, mood swings, and food cravings. Thi [...]
Meditation, Mindfulness and Yoga for Kids
Educators and parents alike are taking notice of the stress that surrounds our children on a daily basis. The stressors and demands of modern American [...]
A Naturopathic Approach to Pediatric Health
As summer wanes and the days begin to shorten, thoughts turn from beach trips and family vacations to classrooms and textbooks. For children, it’s th [...]
Nurturing Your Nature: The Benefits of Playing Outdoors
Adults frequently say, “Go play outside,” to their children without fully realizing the benefits that can come from outdoor play and getting dirty. Di [...]
Natural Treatments for ADHD…Just What the Doctor Ordered
Recent studies seem to indicate that ADHD is on the rise. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that cases of ADHD are up 42 percent [...]
Hypothyroidism: Natural Support for a Sluggish Thyroid (Part 2)
"The purpose of treating hypothyroidism is to maintain normal metabolism by correcting a deficient output of thyroid hormone. Once replacement therapy [...]
Hypothyroidism: Natural Support for a Sluggish Thyroid (Part 1)
Millions of Americans suffer from fatigue, weight gain, depression, and cognitive impairment. Many believe that they have no choice but to accept the [...]
From PMS to Menopause…Try Acupuncture!
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are safe and effective modalities to restore and maximize women’s health. Acupuncture can b [...]
Slow Down the Aging Process with Cosmetic Acupuncture
For thousands of years, Chinese medicine techniques have consisted of using ancient healing methods to maintain health, beauty, and longevity. Mei Ze [...]
Jessica Pizano, Owner of Fit to You, LLC
This business spotlight is our fifth in a series recognizing local holistic practitioners and businesses that are celebrating 10 years in 2017. I had [...]
Skin Refresher “101”
Taking care of your skin is so important – and so easy!, Once you start, it quickly becomes a daily routine, just like brushing your teeth. However, s [...]
The Future is Now…Anti-Aging Medicine in 2017
Anti-Aging Medicine attempts to improve health, not just treat illness. When you went for a check-up with your doctor were you told, "everything is fi [...]
Can Lyme Disease Cause Food Allergies?
We live in Connecticut which is home to Lyme and, ironically, Hadlyme. It seems there is not a person in the state who has not either had Lyme or at l [...]
Stand Up Straight!! Your Body Posture is Giving You Clues
Do you remember when your mom used to tell you to correct your posture? To sit up straight? To stand tall? Now, how is your posture? Your walk? When y [...]
Adrenal Dysfunction…An American Epidemic
It’s 8:00 at night on a Monday evening and you’re just getting home from picking up the children at soccer practice. Long before this though you woke [...]