Obesity Lowers Immune Function as well as Increases Tumor Growth
Razi Berry Obesity has been linked to increased risk for over a dozen different types of cancer, as well as worse prognosis and survival. Over the years, scientists have identified obesity-related processes that drive tumor growth, such as metabolic changes and chronic inflammation, but a detailed understanding of the interplay between obesity and cancer has […]
4 Reasons to Go Grain-Free
Sarah Cimperman, ND Grain-free is the new gluten-free when it comes to diet trends. Gluten, a group of proteins found in wheat and certain other grains like barley and rye, can trigger allergic and autoimmune reactions in some individuals. But gluten may not be the only problem and the avoidance of grains all together may […]
8 Things This Doctor is Doing to Keep Her Family Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Sarah Cimperman, ND Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus-2, also known as SARS-CoV-2 and 2019-nCoV, is a new strain of coronavirus that was identified in humans last December. The disease associated with the virus, Coronavirus Disease 2019 or COVID-19, has become a global pandemic. It’s the first pandemic ever caused by a coronavirus and so far […]
How Laughter Can Improve Your Health
Razi Berry Laughter was the best way to start the day and the fastest way to end an argument “Humanity has unquestionably one really effective weapon…laughter. Power, money, persuasion, supplication, persecution—these can lift at a colossal humbug—push it a little—weaken it a little, century by century, but only laughter can blow it to rags and […]
5 Essential Items for Healthy Travel
Sarah Cimperman, ND Vacations are good for us. Taking time to rest, relax, and spend time with loved ones can revitalize our bodies as well as our minds. Unfortunately, with travel often comes stress, lack of sleep, changes in daily routines, and unfamiliar and unfriendly microbes found in new environments. These can take a toll […]
Let’s Look at “Love Sickness”: Why Some Breakups Physically Hurt
Razi Berry “Lovesick” is a very real thing, and I was I remember late night walking down the long narrow hall to the laundry room. Walking past pizza boxes in the flickering light to cash in dollars for quarters to feed the payphone in the hall of my college dorm. I was thousands of miles […]
Focusing on Body Health vs. Symptom Control: Autoimmunity and Essential Oils (Pt II)
Dr Sarah LoBisco, ND Oils Bring Balance to the Body rather than Manipulating it In part I of this series, I reviewed the negative effects of treating disease symptoms in isolation and the dangers of even properly prescribed medications. Furthermore, I also discussed that using supplements and essential oils as a substitute for the “pill-for-every-ill” […]
Addressing Leaky Gut in Autoimmune Diseases
Dr. Kim Sanders, ND Many autoimmune diseases are compounded by the presence of leaky gut. By identifying and removing the cause of leaky gut, the immune system may become more balanced. What is leaky gut? Certain autoimmune diseases can be linked to excessive stimulation of the immune system due to increased intestinal permeability, or leaky […]
Chicken Soup for Colds and Flu
Dr. Sarah Cimperman, ND Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free Chicken soup is a traditional remedy for colds and flu. While scientists may not be able to identify the exact compounds responsible, studies do show that chicken soup has a measurable effect on the immune system. One study found that chicken soup changed the activity of white blood […]
7 Reasons to Exercise Outdoors All Year Long
Dr. Sarah Cimperman, ND @DrCimperman As we settle into autumn and anticipate winter, we tend to spend more of our active time indoors. We go to the gym instead of the park. We take a spinning class instead of a long bike ride. We climb a machine instead of a mountain. Instead of walking on […]