Did you know that parasitic infections are more common than you would think? It doesn’t just take drinking contaminated water in a foreign country to pick one up! You might think that having a parasitic infection would cause very obvious signs and symptoms, as some parasitic infections do; however, other types of parasites cause very [...]
Your pancreas is a neat organ in that it has a dual function. It functions to regulate your blood sugar, via insulin and glucagon production, as well as aids in digestion via the production of enzymes that break down your fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. When these food particles aren’t fully broken down, it becomes challenging [...]
Diverticulosis is a disorder where small pouches, called diverticula, develop in the wall of your large intestine. Most diverticulosis cases are seen in individuals over the age of 40 and in those with sedentary lifestyles and low fiber diets. Diverticulosis can turn into diverticulitis if any of the pouches becomes inflamed and this can become [...]
H. Pylori is a normal bacteria found in our stomach. However, when the immune system becomes weakened, it can burrow itself in our stomach lining and create a variety of disturbances, such as stomach ulcers, gastritis, and potentially stomach cancer. Symptoms Upper abdominal discomfort Belching Bloating Feeling full after eating a small amount of food [...]
Hypochlorhydria, or low stomach acid, can cause a variety of symptoms in the digestive tract, as well as in other systems of the body. When we are not producing enough stomach acid, we are not able to break down our proteins efficiently and offset microbes as effectively. Below are some of the causes, symptoms, and [...]
Candida albicans is a normal yeast found in our gut. However, it becomes problematic when it overgrows due to a variety of lifestyle factors and toxins from our environment. And, it is not the Candida itself that causes issues when it overgrows, but the toxic chemicals that it releases, contributing to the following concerns listed below. Common symptoms include: [...]
Mustard poultices are a great way to reduce mucus buildup in the lungs, enhance circulation, and facilitate fevers by warming the body. Supplies needed Mustard seed powder Flour- any kind will work Thin cotton cloth, twice the size of treatment area Water Oil-olive, castor, coconut Directions: Mix 1 part mustard seed and 2 parts flour (strong); [...]
Hydrotherapy is a wonderful way to enhance the body's vitality. It can create the following positive changes in the body: Improves blood flow and oxygenation Improves nutrient availability to our cells Removes waste products from our tissues Modulates the immune system function Enhance organ system function Improve parasympathetic function Optimize digestion & elimination Heat creates [...]
You're Sweet Enough! I wish I could recommend indulging in those sweet treats to boost your immune system...but the verdict is still out on that. In fact, consuming excess added sugar (~100grams) can reduce your immune system function for up to 5 hours! Although 100 grams seems like a lot, it adds up pretty quickly through sugary [...]
We all know important nutrition is to maintain our health - it is the fuel which we use to function and the support we need to grow new cells and repair any damaged tissues. Superfoods for Super Smooth Skin: Antioxidants: antioxidants combat oxidative stress caused by free radicals, toxic molecules produced during normal oxygen metabolism within our [...]
