The Folic Acid Controversy
I have been getting lots of emails in regards to the April issue of Prevention magazine’s article entitled Is Your Breakfast Giving You Cancer? In case you did not see it, you can find it online at
Read MoreVitamin D
There are various nutrients that work great in up-regulating the immune system and can be taken for a few weeks to increase immunity or in larger amounts at the first onset of symptoms to nip it in the bud. This time of year, I find that vitamin D is crucial. …
Read MoreVaccines and Immunity
In the last couple of weeks, I have been getting hundreds of emails from patients asking my opinion on the H1N1 vaccine as well as the regular flu vaccine, so I wanted to address these viruses and vaccines to help you make the choice that is best for you. H1N1 …
Read MoreToxins In Our Water
The Associated Press released information on an investigation showing a vast array of pharmaceuticals – including antibiotics, anti-convulsants, mood stabilizers and sex hormones found in the drinking water supplies of at least 41 million Americans. The presence of so many prescription drugs and over the counter medicines like acetaminophen and …
Read MoreSeasonal Allergies
Change of seasons usually means better weather but all the blooms can pose quite a problem for many of us suffering with allergies! There are many different approaches from shots to medications, but for many that are looking for a more natural way, there are several alternatives. One of the best things to …
Read MoreGluten Intolerance
Do you suffer from fatigue, digestive problems, depression or weight gain but can’t seem to find the cause? It is very possible that you may be sensitive to gluten. Gluten intolerance has been found to be most common among people of Irish, English, Scottish, Scandinavian, and Eastern European. Often times …
Read MorePrenatal Vitamins
One thing that people always ask me is about their prenatal vitamin. Is there a difference between the prescription brands and other brands and if what they are taking will be good for them and the growing baby. I found there is a large amount of variance between these vitamins …
Read MoreFood Allergies and Sensitivities
Food Allergies has been a controversial topic for many years and there is a lot of confusion and misinformation over its diagnosis and its management so I wanted to devote some time to bring clarity to this hot topic. Let’s start with what is an actual food allergy because it …
Read MoreExposure to Everyday Chemicals
During an ordinary day, we are all exposed to a myriad of toxins that will attack the body. From the moment we wake up and get in the shower we are bombarded with chemicals in our personal care products, (cosmetics alone have over 160 ingredients, many of which are categorized …
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