Category: Nutritional Supplements
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Gluten friendly Vodka
Is Vodka Gluten-Free? Yes! Vodka is alcohol distilled from grains—including wheat and rye. But the distilling process theoretically removes all proteins, including gluten, from alcohol, so the National Celiac Association considers distilled spirits gluten-free, even if they’re made with gluten-containing grains. So, all vodka should be safe for people who can’t eat gluten. That said, if…
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Digestive Health Month
Did you know that your intestinal lining alone has a surface area of about 400m2? The health of your digestive system is essential to ensure proper digestion and absorption of nutrients, as well as to support the function of other body systems, such as the immune system. The health of the gastrointestinal system, particularly the…
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Hormonal & Sexual Health
The endocrine system is responsible for producing, storing, and secreting hormones, the major chemical messengers of the body. Your hormones play a role in a variety of body processes ranging from metabolism to fertility. You can improve your hormonal health naturally by exercising regularly, consuming adequate dietary protein and fat, and managing stress. Additionally, the…
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Should you reduce gluten?
People with celiac disease, definitely need to be on a gluten free diet. Celiac disease is negatively affected by the consumption of gluten, because gluten attacks the villi within the small intestine, and you need that to function properly, in order to help your body absorb vital nutrients. Without the villi working properly, a person…
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Women’s Health
Every year in May we celebrate Women’s Health Month, which helps raise awareness about the unique health needs of women. Over the course of a woman’s life, nutritional needs change. During pregnancy, for example, a woman may require additional B vitamins and iron. However, after menopause, women typically require less iron and more calcium and…
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Immune Health Month
The immune system is your body’s primary mechanism of defense, responsible for protecting you from potentially harmful invaders, including viruses. Certain lifestyle interventions can support your immune function, including: Maintaining a balanced healthy diet, which focuses on whole, unprocessed foods high in anti-oxidantsEngaging in regular physical activityGetting adequate, good-quality sleep – the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends…
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Cardiovascular Health Month
February is Cardiovascular Health Month! The World Health Organization and the American Heart Association have reported cardiovascular disease as a leading cause of mortality, making it essential to address and ideally prevent the condition. Fortunately, several of the risk factors for cardiovascular disease are modifiable, such as elevated blood pressure, irregular cholesterol levels, and being…
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Energy & Mitochondria Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 15% of women and 10% of men experience fatigue. Fatigue is characterized by a lack of mental or physical energy, low initiative, and increased feelings of tiredness. Mitochondria, organelles found in the body’s cells, are known as the body’s “powerhouses” since they play an important…
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The magic of enzymes
EDITOR’S NOTE: Since Gary Young’s passing, we have been taking stock of the tremendous contributions he made to the world by revisiting his presentations, such as this fascinating blog post series on enzymes and gut health, originally published in 2011. This is part one of a three-part series to come. Enzymes are found in every living…
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Natural Cholesterol
Treating Cholesterol: The Natural Approach Maintaining a healthy cholesterol level can be very difficult for some people, particularly those with a genetic tendency for high blood cholesterol levels. The natural ingredients in some cholesterol Support products, combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, can help you to maintain appropriate, normal cholesterol levels. One way…
Tamyra Comeaux, MD 