The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland that is in your neck. The thyroid gland takes iodine, found in many foods, and converts it into thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). T3 and T4 regulate your metabolism, heart rate, and body temperature. Low body temperature is […]
When should you worry about arm pain? Do you have shoulder pain, shoulder blade pain, elbow pain, hand pain? Any numbness? How do you qualify the pain? Sharp, burning, achy? All these things matter when determining where the pain is coming from. Let’s talk about […]
Have you ever heard of cold laser? How about red light therapy? Cold laser therapy is low-intensity laser therapy that stimulates healing while using low levels of light. It is called “cold” laser due to the fact that it does not heat tissues, so you […]
If you watch any type of commercials, you will notice one going around about “custom orthotics”. They are bought at the big box companies and they have a foot scanner, to match you with your “custom” fit. I absolutely love the idea! The problem I […]
What exactly happens when you get “osteoporotic”? Who ends up with it? Why? How do you prevent it? All great questions! Osteoporosis is super common, mostly in the elderly population, but it can happen in any age if you’re not careful. Osteoporosis is a bone […]
Many people haven’t heard of monolaurin, but it is derived from coconut oil! Yes that wonderful healthy coconut oil and it is also found in breast milk. When you consume coconut oil the body converts lauric acid into monolaurin. Monolaurin has anti fungal, antiviral and […]
Many women turn to birth control for many different issues. Acne, to regulate their periods, to make them not have a period, help with symptoms of PMS, and to prevent pregnancy. But, do you actually know what is happening to the body when you start […]
How often do you experience leg cramps or “Charlie horses”? I get asked all the time how to help with leg cramps. 70% of adults and 7% of kids experience leg cramps on a regular basis. I always recommend a supplement of calcium and magnesium. […]
Aspirins are fine for the occasional headache, stomach cramps, or tooth pain, though popping them like candy is a terrible idea. Aspirin is a salicylate (chemical derived from salicylic acid), having anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. It is often used to treat acute and chronic pains […]
Ever have any of these symptoms? How about all of them at some point in life? Weekly? Daily? What is your go to medicine for relief? Pepto Bismol, TUMs, pickle juice? What if I were to tell you reflux, heartburn or upset stomach, are actually […]
