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WOMEN’S HEALTH
When is comes to douching there seems to be much confusion. Douching is not necessary in most cases because the vagina maintains a self-cleaning environment but there are some cases that it could be beneficial. The answer.... it depends!
That is the question! When is comes to douching there seems to be much confusion…
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BUILD THEM
Eat foods rich in Vitamin K2, Vitamin D, and Calcium. The biological role of vitamin K2 is to help move calcium into the proper areas in your body, such as your bones and teeth. It also helps remove calcium from areas where it shouldn’t be, such as in your arteries and soft tissues. Vitamin D provides improved bone development by helping you absorb calcium and there is new evidence that vitamin K2 directs the calcium to your skeleton, while preventing it from being deposited where you don't want it.
Guess what time it is?! ... Its Osteoporosis awareness month which affects ALL of us gals…
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THE STATS
Did you know that about 79 million Americans are currently infected with HPV! About 14 million people become newly infected each year. HPV is so common that most sexually-active men and women will get at least one type of HPV at some point in their lives.
Did you know that about 79 million Americans are currently infected with HPV! About 14 million people become newly infected each year…
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ANCIENT RESPONSE
Whether you realize it or not, stress plays a huge role in your health! The stresses in life have changed dramatically over the centuries but our response still remains the same.
Sometimes the most potent cure for the common cold is right in front of us! Onion ear muffs are great for fighting ear infections while a carrot poultice can soothe a sore throat…
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THE VIS
The wet sock treatment is an old traditional remedy that is highly effective at relieving upper respiratory symptoms and stimulating the Vis.
The cold socks stimulate the body to reflexively increase blood circulation which helps to decrease congestion in the upper respiratory passages, head and throat…
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3 PHASES
The stress response is called The General Adaptation Syndrome which has 3 phases.
Isn't it annoying that the body reacts to stressors the same way it did in prehistoric times…
Read MoreWe are blessed with the gift of fertility and even if your not ready for little ones running around, getting to know your body and cycle is very important to tune into your feminine wisdom…
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STIMULATE DIGESTION
Bitters can increase nutrient absorption, improve digestion, and also decrease gas and bloating.
Our ancestors knew the benefit of drinking bitters before meals to stimulate digestion and it was a very common practice for centuries…
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“GOOD” BACTERIA
Our digestive tract is home to over 500 different types of bacteria.
Probiotics are live bacteria that benefit our health.
Our digestive tract is home to over 500 different types of bacteria…
Read MoreThe most gentle way to rid yourself of toxins is as simple as heat and sweat! By eliminating toxins through your skin…
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A MUTATION
in methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) causes a chain reaction in many metabolic processes because it is a key player in building neurotransmitters, creating antioxidants, along with B12 and other nutrients.
It seems like it's all about the MTHFR these days!
Having a defect in this enzyme can be linked to depression, autism, ADHD, schizophrenia, heart disease, nutrient deficiencies, and many other illnesses. So, how can one simple enzyme cause so many problems in the body?
A mutation in methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) causes a chain reaction in many metabolic processes because it is a key player in building neurotransmitters, creating antioxidants, along with B12 and other nutrients.
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NO NAUSEA
Ginger has been on the top of my mind this weekend because I'm planning to go on a road trip…
Read MoreMany people think food allergy symptoms are easy to spot such as immediate facial swelling, trouble breathing, or a rash... but food allergies or sensitivities can be quite subtle.
A food sensitivity could show up as a little gas and bloating after eating, an increase in mucous, chronic ear infections, fatigue, small patches of eczema on the skin, or maybe even no physical symptoms.
Tuning into your body and feeling how it responds to foods is a good indicator for what types of foods work for you.
Read MoreNothing is worse than the feeling of getting a bladder infection; the increased urination, the pain, and that incredibly uncomfortable feeling! Here are a couple of ideas for getting rid of the UTI naturally…
Read MoreIt's not too surprising that a plant called cramp bark (Viburnum opulus) is great at relieving menstrual cramps. It seems as though all of us have had menstrual cramps at some point in our menstruation years and wish we knew of the efficient natural remedy. This bark is awesome at relieving spasmodic pains specifically related to the female genitourinary tract and also helps in a variety of other conditions including poor circulation, insomnia, and is an overall CNS relaxant (nervine).
Read MoreAn overgrowth of the yeast called Candida albicans is a common problem among women of all ages…
Read MoreVaricose veins are those annoying, twisted, blue veins close to the surface of your skin. How do they occur? Well, first let's talk about the structure of a vein. The veins are composed of a one-way valve to assist the blood in traveling upwards towards the heart but sometimes these valves leak and blood then flows in the wrong direction. This backward flow causes the vein to overfill and then dilates branches of the veins closer to the skin. Varicose veins can occur by a variety of activities from pregnancy, constipation, heredity, and even sitting cross-legged or standing for long periods of time. It can happen to any of us healthy fashionistas!
Read MoreWhat does our lymphatics system do? The lymphatic system can be thought of as a drainage system needed because, as blood circulates through the body, blood plasma leaks into tissues through the thin walls of the capillaries. The portion of blood plasma that escapes is called extracellular fluid and it contains oxygen, glucose, amino acids, and other nutrients needed by cells. The lymphatic system removes this fluid and these materials from tissues, returning them via the lymphatic vessels to the bloodstream, and aids in the detoxification process.
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N-ACETYLCYSTEINE
A substance called glutathione is able to bind to acetaldehyde and excrete it from the body which translates feeling better faster.
A little preparation before that big event could be just the thing to solve that morning hangover…
Read MoreMEDICINE WILD. curated by Dr. Michele Burklund. Dr. Michele Burklund perfectly blends the art of natural medicine into beautiful and inspiring health tips in her health and wellness website, Medicine Wild. Learn about natural remedies, DIY treatments, naturopathic lifestyles, and more