Dr. Doni Wilson, author of The Stress Remedy, explains how MTHFR mutations are related to adrenal burnout and chronic fatigue, as well as how to get your groove back. (Part 7 of Dr. Doni’s Series on How Genetic Mutations Affect Your Health) The first six articles in this series describe genetic mutations (SNPs), how to…
Written by Dr. Robert Kachko. When I mention “the silent killer”, where does your mind go first? Heart disease? Cancer? Stroke? Sure, all of these and many of the other chronic diseases plaguing our modern world take a tremendous toll on the human condition. As a Naturopathic Doctor, I can imagine a world where we…
Written by Dr. Millie Lytle. A true food allergy generates life threatening histamine type 1 release, most understood by bronchial swelling and throat closing over, in the case of shrimp or peanut exposure. There are also lesser-known allergy signals in the intestines, called Histamine 2 receptors. Allergies from foods and ingredients such as gluten, known…
Written by Dr. Rob Kachko. Supporting optimal immune function is always a central goal of mine as a Naturopathic Doctor. Here’s a summary of two research studies (1,2) linking the role of meditation (which has a myriad of other benefits) to optimal immune function and reduction of stress hormones. The role of mucosal immunity is…
Written by Dr. Doni Wilson. This is Part 8 of Dr. Doni’s Series on Sleep Disruptors and Insomnia Dr. Doni Wilson, author of The Stress Remedy explains how food sensitivities can prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep. She offers advice for breaking the cycle. We started off this blog series by discussing 12…
Written by Dr. Rob Kachko. The following are some general guidelines on cardiovascular health, specifically as it relates to those with Heart Failure. ***Note: It is important that you do not undertake any of the below recommendations without the consent of your physician. In addition, please note that these recommendations are not individualized for you,…
Article written by Dr. Siobhan Hanlon. Scared of catching a cold? Here are a few things you can do to keep yourself healthy this winter. Supplement with vitamin D. Low levels of vitamin D have been linked to decreased immune function and increased risk of upper respiratory infections. Taken daily with a meal, vitamin D…
Written by Dr. Doni Wilson Introduction to Dr. Doni’s Series on Sleep Disruptors and Insomnia In a 12-part series of articles on sleep, Dr. Doni gives an overview of insomnia and explains how our ability to fall asleep—and stay asleep—can easily become disrupted. Sleep is arguably one of the most important things we do, next to…
Written by Dr. Doni Wilson. Dr. Doni explains how leaky gut is extensively researched yet under-diagnosed—and could be the underlying cause of any number of chronic health problems. Considering that chronic diseases such as diabetes, autoimmunity, and liver failure, as well as common symptoms, like eczema, anxiety, fatigue, weight gain, bloating, and muscle/joint pain, can all be caused…
Written by Sean Heerey, ND As both a naturopathic doctor and speech-language pathologist, I have seen so much improvement with my young patients following some basic guidelines. These are guidelines that parents can easily bring in to daily life: 10. Read to your children. Parents may choose to read the words on the page or…
