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by Shannon LeMintier

With a new baby on board and leading a preventative based lifestyle, “Going Organic” is a no-brainer for my family. I love the idea of buying products that are grown without synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, where Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) are not used on farms and animals are not given hormones or drugs to promote rapid growth. In a nutshell, that’s organic and that’s for me.

But how can you tell if what you are buying is the healthiest, freshest and most flavorful food from eco-friendly farms and companies? While juggling family, work and a modest attempt to get a few sun salutations in each day, who has time to read and weed through it all?

Consider the following points when moving toward an organic lifestyle with an eco-friendly heart. Read the rest of this entry »

by Betsy Markle

You may not be aware of this, but milk consumption is a very controversial topic amongst the health care community. As a Registered Dietitian, I was initially taught that lower fat dairy products are fine in moderation and are needed for growing children and people with Osteoporosis. But, now, as a more experienced nutritionist, I never recommend milk, especially to adults. You may be shocked to hear that the nutrients in milk and most dairy products are difficult to absorb and may actually increase your risk of certain health problems.

Why is milk potentially harmful to our health?

Reason #1: Our cows and their milk production have changed drastically through the years. Basically our milk is becoming as processed as a twinkie (well, maybe not that bad). Read the rest of this entry »

by Thad Jacobs, ND, LAc

Each year, the most popular health related items on people’s New Year’s resolution “to-do” list are shed some pounds, get fit, be less stressed and quit various health-defeating habits. Unfortunately, the notion of change often overwhelms the psyche to a point where another year passes and you have yet to meet your health goals. This year, take charge and begin your New Year transformation with cleansing and detoxification.

Cleansing and detoxification is an extremely powerful, health promoting tool that encourages a break away from poor lifestyle choices. Periodically cleaning out the body, just as you might Spring-clean your home, helps keep the cellular machinery working properly to ensure optimal functioning of our nervous system, immune system and hormones. In addition, a healthy cleansing program allows you to successfully withdrawal from the unhealthy foods, caffeine, tobacco and other vices that only serve to deplete the body and add to its toxic burden. Read the rest of this entry »

by Dr. Trevor Holly Cates, ND

With the holidays around the corner, busy home, social and work schedules can send stress levels through the roof. Combined with cold and flu season this time of year, it’s important to keep your immune system strong to prevent getting sick at a time when nobody wants to feel feverish or congested.

While we generally enjoy the holidays, they can be stressful. An important factor in keeping your health and your wits is getting a good night’s sleep. Sleeplessness can lead to daytime irritability, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and immune system suppression.

If you are tossing and turning, there are things you can do to help relax into sleep naturally. Enjoy a healthy, low-stress holiday season this year with the following tips. Read the rest of this entry »

by Dr. Trevor Holly Cates

Not many people realize that the Air in our homes is often 2 – 5 times more toxic than outdoor air, even in heavily populated cities. Offgassing (release of toxic chemicals into the air) occurs from just about everything in our home and office: toys, mattresses, kitchen appliances, shoes, computers, carpet, clothes, tablecloths, shower curtains, and more. Any chemical you smell can make its way into your bloodstream by diffusing through your lungs and skin into your blood and then through your organs. So, that can often be a good indicator, but it’s important to remember that we often become accustom to the smells around us and then no longer notice them. This is a nice thing that nature provided for us except when your home is filled with polluted air.

Many people develop symptoms or illnesses when they move into a new or newly renovated home.

Some of the symptoms to look for include: headaches, depression, dizziness, confusion, and nausea. These can be due to the high amount of formaldehyde from insulation, pressed board furniture, siding material, sofas and mattresses or phenols in plywood. Carpets also outgas more than a dozen chemicals when new and then provide a breeding ground for mold and collection of dust.

So what do we do about it? Read the rest of this entry »