Very often, though not always, I find that patients require nutritional supplements in order to achieve noticeable and measurable results in their presenting condition. This is true whether the condition is chronic or acute. The quality of the supplements used is certainly important; just as the quality of food you eat is important. However, in [...]
Posts Tagged ‘supplements’
Whole-food versus synthetic (isolated) supplements
Posted in food, remedies, tagged supplements on February 13, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Unwanted side effects of (bioidentical) hormone replacement therapy
Posted in common conditions, remedies, tagged female health, hypothyroidism, supplements on February 3, 2010 | 5 Comments »
The use of bioidentical hormones got a lot of press after Suzanne Somers (Three’s Company cast member and promoter of the ThighMaster™) began touting them as an alternative to synthetic hormone replacement. I wholeheartedly agree that bioidentical hormones are preferable to synthetic hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Recall the large experiment on the female population known [...]
Collagen – the most abundant protein
Posted in common conditions, remedies, tagged anti-aging, back pain, homocysteine, lower back pain, pain, remedies, supplements, vitamins on December 22, 2009 | 2 Comments »
In a previous article, I wrote about the importance of protein and how much one should consume on a daily basis. Now I’m going to be a bit more specific. The most abundant protein in the body is collagen. Also, collagen makes up about ninety-percent of connective tissue. This is important for a number of [...]
Nutrients for healthy bones
Posted in common conditions, remedies, tagged female health, supplements on December 15, 2009 | 2 Comments »
Bone is living, growing tissue that is constantly remodeling. It is continuously breaking down and rebuilding, essentially replacing itself as most tissues in the body. In order to properly rebuild bone, certain nutrients are necessary. From a macro perspective, the composition of bone is made up of minerals (~70%) and protein (~30%). Without minerals, bone [...]
Bursitis
Posted in common conditions, remedies, tagged fish oil, inflammation, pain, remedies, supplements on November 12, 2009 | 2 Comments »
A bursa is fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion; and lies between a tendon (or muscle) and bone, which allows for virtually “frictionless” movement between these structures. When a bursa gets inflamed, it can lose it’s ability to create a smooth gliding surface and become irritated. The result will be pain (sharp or dull) [...]
3 tips to consider when taking essential fatty acid supplements
Posted in remedies, tagged antioxidants, fish oil, supplements on November 5, 2009 | 3 Comments »
Over the years there has been a lot of hype about the health benefits of taking omega-3 fatty acids (particularly flax seed and fish oil). And rightfully so, as they are essential and can be difficult to get in adequate amounts from diet alone. Additionally, they can often directly address certain health conditions. That said, [...]
Omega-3 fatty acids: flaxseed oil or fish oil?
Posted in food, remedies, tagged cholesterol, fish oil, heart disease, supplements on November 4, 2009 | 2 Comments »
Essential fatty acids, or omega-3′s and omega 6′s as they are also known, are necessary for a number of different functions in the body. They are labeled “essential” because the body cannot synthesize them from other substances, and therefore must be obtained from the diet. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in large quantities in fish oil, [...]
Differences between drugs and natural therapies
Posted in common conditions, remedies, tagged cholesterol, remedies, supplements on October 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Understanding the biochemical pathways involved in nutrient and drug actions is of prime importance when working with patients. Using this information can help the practitioner choose the best treatment while also helping to inform a patient about the processes that occur in their body. In studying these these interactions over the years, I’ve long-noticed a [...]
Detoxification and the liver
Posted in common conditions, remedies, tagged detoxify, digestive disorders, remedies, supplements on October 7, 2009 | 4 Comments »
The word “detoxify” has become somewhat of a buzz word in the natural health field. Many patients ask about it, and so I will share some thoughts on it. As you probably suspect, detoxification is a general term that refers to the body breaking down potentially toxic chemicals and eventually excreting them from the body. [...]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, applied kinesiology, and chiropractic
Posted in Applied Kinesiology, chiropractic, common conditions, tagged Applied Kinesiology, chiropractic, pain, supplements on October 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Carpal tunnel syndrome affects many people, so chances are you’ve heard of this condition. Unfortunately, though, I find that most people don’t really understand what it is and what can be done to help it. Sadly, this group of people who do not understand what it is, often have been diagnosed with it themselves. In [...]
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