5 Reasons You Need a Naturopathic Doctor on Your Team
Sarah Cimperman, ND Once upon a time, health care was much simpler. Family doctors provided most medical care and visited patients in their homes. Now we fly across the country to see specialists and have so many practitioners on speed dial that we tend to lose count. Primary care physicians are still an important part […]
An Ode to Cacao: Feeling good about chocolate!
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND Ah, chocolate. Divine gift of the Gods, seducer of millions. Offering health and healing to the physical, emotional and spiritual planes of our existence. How has this bean held us rapt for centuries? Let’s dive in… No one knows for sure when cacao was first introduced to humankind, but researchers have […]
Making Resolutions Real
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND The new year is a time where a lot of us reflect on life – what’s working, what’s not, and how we can improve. We are coming down off the “holiday high” with lots of baked goods, cocktails, and sweet treats have left us feeling a little low. We want to […]
Is Magnesium a Panacea?
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND What if there was a nutrient that could support better sleep, sustained energy all day, a balanced response to stress, athletic recovery, healthy blood pressure and blood sugar levels, bone health, hormonal balance, and keep you regular? As a critical component in over 300 biochemical functions in your body, magnesium is […]
All Herbs Are Not Created Equal
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND Herbs are some of the most amazing creations under the sun. They are full of hundreds of phyto-chemicals that work synergistically to create potent medicines and nutrient-dense foods. Plants have been used medicinally since time immemorial – they have even been found at various archaeological sites dating between 8,000 and 790,000 […]
The Elixir of Life
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND Many people wonder…what is the answer to my health concern? How can I easily and affordably improve my health? The answer is simple – drink more water. It’s been said so many times, we don’t even hear that advice anymore. But a basic understanding of how your body works might spark […]
Miraculous Minerals
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND Minerals are the unsung heroes of the micronutrient world. Sure, everyone knows that Vitamin C is beneficial, but asking about molybdenum will draw a blank. Each one is involved in hundreds of biochemical functions in your body. Small (or trace) amounts may only be required, but too much or too little […]
4 Things Better For Bones Than Calcium
Sarah Cimperman, ND The prevention of osteoporosis has largely focused on calcium supplements. While we can’t have strong bones without calcium, it isn’t enough. Bone mineral density is determined by complex metabolic processes involving a wide variety of vitamins and minerals, hormones, bone cells, and even external forces. Bones provide structure and protection for the […]
Whole Body Spring Cleaning
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND We’re starting to get our first tastes of spring, and it is such a balm for body, mind and soul! It can also bring allergies, irritability (spring fever), and a desire to deep clean everything. This is the perfect time to take a few days and tend to the ultimate home […]
When in Doubt, Go Dense
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND It can be really confusing to navigate the world of nutrition with so many theories and approaches out there, not to mention experts and research that seem to contradict each other. For many of us, feeling overwhelmed by information can lead to confusion or just plain giving up on our nutrition […]