Category: Conditions
The Power of Individualized Medicine: A Case Study
We are led to believe by most conventional doctors that the measurement of LDL and total blood cholesterol levels are the primary predictors for cardi [...]
Boost Your Immune System with Massage Therapy
Many of the health benefits of massage therapy, such as decreased pain and stiffness and reduced stress and anxiety, are very well known. But did you [...]
Thermography – Not Just for Breast Health Anymore
It is rather well known that thermography is incredibly effective in screening for breast cancer—it does not expose the body to radiation, is painless [...]
It’s Time to Give Acupuncture a Try
As an element of the ancient practice of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture has been used for thousands of years for a variety of reasons, from [...]
With Every Meal You’re Preventing Disease – Or Feeding It
You have more than likely heard the expression, “you are what you eat.” When considering your nutrition, you probably think about weight (as you shoul [...]
Prevent and Treat Inflammation – Naturally
Chronic health issues seem to be continually on the rise in the U.S. In fact, the CDC indicates that 6 in 10 adults in the U.S. have at least one chro [...]
Reduce Chronic Pain with CBD
If you have been paying attention over the past year or so, you have probably noticed that CBD products are becoming more and more prevalent. Numerous [...]
Improving Conception Is a Team Effort
How does the team in a team sport succeed if:
Only one player has all the assessments, all the one-on-one coaching, all the skills improvement trai [...]
Your Dentist Can Help You Breathe Easier and Sleep Better
As we all know, the most important involuntary act we perform every second is to breathe—after all, we need to breathe to live. But how many of us are [...]
Transitioning to Menopause with Ease
Menopause is a natural phase of life—it is going to happen, so instead of fearing it, we need to embrace it. We can start by following these tips to h [...]
Massage Your Way to Reduced Stress
Stress is perhaps more prevalent than ever in today’s fast-paced world—many of us experience some form of stress in our busy everyday lives. Emotional [...]
Are the Comforts of Winter Damaging Your Skin?
All my life I have battled rosacea—a skin condition that in the winter gets aggravated with the harsh cold wind outside and the dry heat inside. I ear [...]
Did Acetaminophen Cause the Autism Epidemic?
Pediatrician: “Sure, give your child some Tylenol. It’s perfectly safe.”
Poison Control Line: “Your child took the whole bottle of Tylenol? Go immedi [...]
Massage Therapy Is Proven to Boost Immunity and More
In the May/June issue of Natural Nutmeg magazine, I wrote about embracing massage therapy as part of your self-care plan, rather than thinking of mass [...]
Erectile Dysfunction and Heart Health
One of the most important elements in maintaining a healthy relationship is communication. And when the subject is erectile dysfunction (ED), it is vi [...]
Go Ceramic! Benefits of Nonmetal Implants
Placing ceramic implants is one of my passions in dentistry, partially because implants are the best choice to replace missing teeth. There are differ [...]
How Traditional Chinese Medicine Improves Digestion
Imagine you are about to cook something. Assuming you have already prepped your ingredients, what is the first thing you do? You turn on the stove. Fi [...]
10 Steps to a Healthier and Youthful Brain
Understanding brain health is more important than ever these days. It is estimated that at least 5 million people have dementia in the United States; [...]
Reversing Prediabetes to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
A diagnosis of prediabetes increases your risk for type 2 diabetes, but it does not necessarily follow that you will be afflicted with the disease. Yo [...]
Protect Your Immune System Naturally This Holiday Season
The glorious fall days are upon us, along with their promises of pumpkin-picking excursions, Thanksgiving, and all the special holidays, including rin [...]
Does Bottle Feeding Cause Sleep Apnea in Children?
As parents, we always try to do the best for our kids. We believe in breastfeeding; many health-conscious parents go out of their way to find organic, [...]
Massage Therapy as Treatment for Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a pain condition that is fairly common throughout the United States. Although there is no cure, there are various treatment options av [...]
Low Levels of Vitamin D Increase Risk of Breast Cancer
When you think of breast health, do you think of vitamin D? Well, you should! Research has found that women with low levels of vitamin D are at a high [...]
Are You Touch Deprived?
Who isn’t completely stressed out these days? With the ongoing pandemic, intense political climate, and civil unrest, we are all on edge more than eve [...]