Dr. Sarah Zadek (King), ND Autoimmune diseases are those in which an individual’s immune system attacks its own cells or tissues under the belief they are invaders. These disorders often arise from imbalances in our T-helper cells, specifically Th1, Th2, and more recently noted, Th17 cells.1 Increased stimulation of one type of T helper cell versus […]
Dr. Sarah King, ND Feel like you’re dragging your heels lately? Are you noticing a slump in your energy each afternoon? A lot of us could use extra energy support. We’re working longer hours, getting less amounts of sleep, and are constantly stimulated. The amount of responsibilities and roles we have make a work-life-balance more
Sarah King, ND Personal lubricants are commonly used for sexual comfort. For women it can help decrease the discomfort and pain associated with dyspareunia and can also be used to enhance sexual pleasure. There are several different brands and formulas available on the market today, from standard water-based lubricants, to those which offer warming or
Dr. Sarah King ND Vaginal infections are a nuisance, leaving most women annoyed and going to the nearest drug store for an over-the-counter treatment. It’s easy to women to self-prescribe when there are multiple applications available for yeast infections, with the most recent being the “one-time pill,” fluconazole. Thinking you have a yeast infection because
Dr Sarah King, ND Thinking of Conceiving? Did you know that it takes about 100 days for an egg to mature? During this time of development and maturation, a woman’s follicles are extremely vulnerable to DNA damage from exposure to toxins, systemic or chronic inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies. This means that for many women who
Dr Sarah King, ND EFT and Energy Psychology Therapy Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) comes from an area of therapy called Energy Psychology.1,2 Used as a tool to help alleviate symptoms stemming from stressors and past traumas, it is a psychological therapy based on the meridians of traditional Chinese medicine.1 Many studies have shown its effectiveness
Dr Sarah King, ND Looking to Achieve a Healthy Glow? Anti-aging products, procedures and techniques have become popular among women looking for a youthful appearance. Although women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s may seek more pronounced effects, even younger women may look to achieve a “healthy glow,” smaller pores, and reduced acne and puffiness.
Dr Sarah King, ND The Structure of the Pelvic Floor Serves as Support for the Pelvic Organs These muscles include the pelvic diaphragm and the levator ani complex which forms a sling around the urethra, distal vagina, and rectum. Without this structural support, women, especially, are at risk of developing pelvic floor disorders such as
Dr Sarah King, ND It can be Difficult for many Women to Find and utilize Non-hormonal Options when it comes to Fertility This includes women who want to become pregnant, but also for those who are looking to avoid pregnancy. In these situations, it is common for women to be the target of hormonal therapies,
Dr Sarah King, ND Caffeine Metabolism and Much More! Many of us crawl out of bed each morning and go straight for a cup o’ joe, infusing delicious caffeine into our bodies, like a car needing gasoline to start its engine. For others, a morning coffee is a ritual. Perhaps it’s the brew, the type
