The following recommendations are important for losing weight in a healthy and sustainable way. Weight loss can be challenging; but with these tips you’ll be able to successfully lose excess body fat. As well as, improve your health without crash dieting or exercising for hours every day. 1. Keep food simple ●  Eating simpler foods leads to … [Read more...]

Principles:   Antimicrobials are used in conjunction with probiotics and targeted nutrients to help reestablish a healthy gut microbiome. Based on your specific test results and symptoms, we will tailor a combination of some but not all of the supplements described below. 
  Antimicrobials (GI Synergy and Lauricidin) should be taken at … [Read more...]

Causes of B12 Deficiency   Inadequate intake (common in vegetarians and vegans)   Intestinal malabsorption   Pernicious Anemia (affecting 2 percent of people over 60 years old) is an autoimmune condition that leads to destruction of Intrinsic Factor (IF)-producing parietal cells, or antibodies to IF itself   Atrophic gastritis … [Read more...]

Blood Sugar Disorders   Blood sugar disorders are increasingly common in the modern world, and take a significant toll on our health. Both high and low blood sugar have many of the same causes and are treated very similarly. Implement the strategies listed in this handout for better blood sugar control and improved health.   Adjust … [Read more...]

If you suspect that you have low stomach acid, then follow the below steps to determine if Betaine is right for you: * If you do experience any negative or uncomfortable symptoms, you can neutralize the acid by taking 1 tsp of baking soda dissolved in water or milk. * Do not take more than 3000mg of Betaine HCI per day Begin by taking 1 … [Read more...]

Instructions: purchase a FreeStyle Lite Blood Glucose Meter. You may purchase it online or at a pharmacy. Once you get it, test your blood sugar over a period of 3 days (consecutive day testing is not required) as follows:  First thing in the morning, after at least 12 hours of fasting and before breakfast  Just before lunch (no food between … [Read more...]

The following recommendations are helpful for recovering from mild anxiety and/or depression. Utilize these diet and lifestyle approaches to improve your mood naturally.  1. Eat a nourishing diet  Ensure adequate intake of calories, protein, carbs, fat, vitamins, and minerals 
  Prioritize whole foods at each meal; meats, vegetables, … [Read more...]

What is the purpose of this test?    To provide a comprehensive look at multiple markers that may indicate a wheat or gluten sensitivity or intolerance. Cyrex Array 3 is by far the most advanced test for wheat/gluten sensitivity available at this time. It screens not only for intolerance to alpha-gliadin (that is, the epitope of gliadin/gluten … [Read more...]