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The Gut and the Immune System

October 12, 2021

Every day we seem to be learning more and more about the relationship between gut microbiota and immune health. Meanwhile, researchers discovered that the immune system doesn’t activate during nine weeks into gestation. In short, the intestinal epithelial cells work to eradicate damaged cells long before our organs develop. (See “Innate Immunity and the Microbiota” […]

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Sleep Less, Weigh More

September 12, 2021

The relationship between sleep and weight is a two-way street. Lack of sleep can lead to weight gain; weight gain can lead to a lack of sleep. Please take steps to break those close links, and our weight, energy, and overall health will improve. You Snooze, You Lose Getting not enough quality sleep affects the two major […]

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Men’s Health

August 15, 2021

Most often, men do not take care of themselves, and when it comes to prostate, sperm, and infertility. This article will share some health tips for men. Studies have found that lycopene has a carotenoid compound that contributes to red and pink pigments. These pigments usually are in tomatoes, watermelon, guava, pink grapefruit, papaya, and […]

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Magnesium For Sleep

July 12, 2021

The magnitude of magnesium’s importance in the human body cannot be understated. This master mineral is the fourth most abundant element in the human body and is responsible for over 300 biochemical reactions in the body. Magnesium is pivotal in triggering the relaxation pathways in the body. One reason for this is that magnesium aids […]

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Organic and Non-Toxic Home Products

August 19, 2020

Most products on the market today are made with chemicals that were introduced several decades ago. Since then, scientists have found that many of these chemicals are related to cancer, asthma, birth defects and fertility problems.

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Non – Toxic Cleaning Products That You Can Buy At The Store

August 12, 2020

We have had many of our patients inquire about healthier recommendations about products to use in our daily basis

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