When you think of gluten, you probably only associate it with one health issue: celiac disease. This connection dates back to the 1940s when Willem Karel Dicke discovered that gluten—a protein found in wheat, barley and rye—was causing the gastrointestinal symptoms in his young celiac patients. He pioneered the gluten-free diet, which saved his patients, and…
“I can’t help it. It’s my thyroid.” We’ve all heard this phrase from self-deprecating comedians fishing for a few laughs at their own expense, or friends explaining away unwanted weight gain. Only it turns out that complaints about an underactive thyroid may not simply be the “excuse” it’s commonly considered. And the consequences of a…
Stress, “the silent killer,” has slipped its way into almost every aspect of our lives. In modern-day culture, stress is no longer a momentary fight-or-flight reaction to an approaching lion. Instead, it’s more like a lingering reaction to an approaching deadline. From our jam-packed schedules and workaholic mindsets, to an ever-growing obsession with digital, instant…
Gluten-free: it’s a buzzword that’s sweeping the nation, but is it more than just a foodie fad? The trend seems to be taking over: step inside any supermarket and you’ll find a plethora of gluten-free products; schools around the country are restricting wheat-laden treats; and gluten-free menus are popping up in restaurants everywhere. Chances are,…
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) has been hailed by many as a miracle for women going through menopause. It’s looked to as a natural way to avoid the dangers of traditional hormone replacement therapy while reaping the benefits of replenished hormones and a balanced body. But many do not realize that the long-term health benefits…
Depression and mood disorders significantly impact the quality of life for tens of millions of people every year. These disorders can make it difficult to maintain a job, perform daily tasks and function normally. Even when the symptoms are less severe, they can greatly affect the patient’s emotional well-being and their relationships with others. For…
Gastrointestinal problems are among the most common medical conditions, yet they are also the least reported. Turn on the tube and you’ll realize just how widespread issues like heartburn, acid reflux, excess gas, bloating, constipation and diarrhea really are. From probiotics to antacids, we’re regularly bombarded with commercials that delicately deal with the indelicate subjects…
America may have the priciest healthcare system in the world, but our people are some of the sickest. Over the past 20 years, diseases like cancer, diabetes, depression, heart disease and gastrointestinal issues have become epidemic in the US. Since the mid-1990s, the number of Americans suffering from at least three chronic illnesses has nearly…
There is a newer version of this post, written July 13, 2013: gmos-the-poison-on-your-plate-2.html Americans get sick more than Europeans and more than other industrialized countries. And they’re getting sicker every year. Since the mid-1990s the number of Americans suffering from at least 3 chronic illnesses has nearly doubled. And America’s international ranking for infant mortality…
Every person alive today should have a heavy metal screening. It’s painless, inexpensive, and can provide answers and a means of treatment for multiple diseases. Chelation therapy, a long-time mainstream treatment for drawing lead and other heavy metal poisons out of the body, is often misunderstood in its effectiveness to address, identify, and treat other…
