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Vegan Protein: 7 Alternatives to Animal Proteins

Isabella February 17, 2020 0 Comments
There are so many options for vegan protein, and many tasty products being developed as we speak!  As Americans, we are obsessed with protein. I think this is because every where we turn, we here "CARBS make you fat", "SUGAR is bad for you", "FAT can cause heart attacks". Due to this confusion, what the heck do we eat?  We turn to PROTEIN, but we really do not need as much protein as we are...

Nourish Your Microbiome: 8 Tips

Isabella February 17, 2020 0 Comments
Your microbiome are the genome of trillions of bugs that live on your body; the majority of them reside in your gut. They require proper care and feeding, just like the plants in your garden, so that they can help you obtain maximal health! Your gut bugs help you digest food, manufacture vitamins, absorb nutrients, and improve your immune system. When your microbiome is well-cared for, you feel...

Leaky Gut

Isabella February 3, 2020 0 Comments
Leaky Gut or sometimes referred to as ‘Leaky Gut Syndrome’ or ‘Increased Intestinal Permeability’, is a health condition in which large cracks or holes develope in our gut lining and partially digested food, toxins, and bugs penetrate the tissue beneath it. This can lead to inflammation and changes in teh gut flora, causing problems for the digestive tract and beyond. There still exists...

Microbiome

Isabella November 6, 2019 0 Comments
What is the Microbiome? The microbiome is a collection of genes from the trillions of bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi that live on and inside our body. The microbiota refers to the specific microorganisms in a specific environment (like the skin microbiota or the gut microbiota). These two words are often used interchangeably. More and more, we are learning that these microbes have...

Mint Tea

Isabella October 10, 2019 0 Comments
  Prep 3 minutes Cook 5 minutes (varies) Total 8 minutes INGREDIENTS 15 mint leaves (fresh, peppermint or spearmint; I have a fresh herb tree by my windowsill) 1.5 – 2 cups of water Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (juice ½ lime) INSTRUCTIONS Place 15 mint leaves in water Prepare hot water: Stovetop: boil in water for 10 minutes Water Boiler & Warmer (I make so much tea so I...

Ginger Tea

Isabella October 10, 2019 0 Comments
  Prep 5 minutes Cook 5 minutes (varies) Total 10 minutes INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons of ginger root (fresh & raw about 2 inches in small slices); I prefer raw rather than 1.5 – 2 cups of water Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (juice ½ lime) 1 tablespoon of honey (or agave nectar, to taste); I usually leave this out because I like the sharp taste of ginger INSTRUCTIONS Prepare...

Neck Pain

Isabella October 8, 2019 0 Comments
Do you neck pain that never seem to go away? The knots in your neck may be the cause! I see so many patients who have undergone every test under the sun--from Xrays, to blood exams, and MRIs of their entire body--and tried every single pharmacologic modality yet continue to have headaches. Let's explore this condition and some treatment modalities! Myofascial Trigger Point ("Trigger Point")...

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Unit (TENS Unit)

Isabella October 7, 2019 0 Comments
What is a TENS Unit | Which TENS Unit to get | Benefits | Side effects | Instructions What is a TENS Unit? A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit is a device that delivers small electrical currents to targeted body parts. These currents help relieve pain. It was created in 1970s by Clyde Norma Shealy, MD, PhD, an American neurosurgeon and pioneer in pain medicine Nowadays, you...

Chrysanthemum Tea

Isabella October 7, 2019 0 Comments
  Prep 5 minutes Cook 5 minutes (varies) Total 10 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon of chrysanthemum flowers 1.5 – 2 cups of filtered water INSTRUCTIONS 1.   Prepare hot water, different methods: Stovetop: boil water in kettle Water Boiler & Warmer (I make so much tea so I have this sitting on my kitchen counter) Microwave: microwave water for 2 minutes 2.   Place you’re the...

Top Magnesium Supplements

Isabella October 7, 2019 0 Comments
I recommend magnesium supplementation often to my patients because of its many benefits, especially in helping with myofascial muscle pain. In this blog article, I explore evidence based recommendations on magnesium supplementation. What is Magnesium | Dosages & Types | Summary What Is Magnesium? Magnesium is an essential mineral. Your body cannot produce this so you must obtain it from...