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­­­Eastern Equine Encephalitis Prevention

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­­­Eastern Equine Encephalitis Prevention The most effective way to prevent infection from ­­­Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus is to prevent mosquito bites. Mosquitoes bite during the day and night. Use insect repellent, wear long-sleeved shirts and…

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Zantac Found to Contain Cancer-causing Substance

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  Source- NBC Connecticut Pharmacies are pulling the popular heartburn medication Zantac off their shelves after a Connecticut laboratory discovered the drug contains a possible cancer-causing substance. CVS Pharmacy said it will no longer sell…

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Anxiety disorders linked to disturbances in the cells’ powerhouses

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Cellular changes and the function of our Mitochondria are important findings with this association with anxiety.  Mitochondrial function plays a role in the bodies ability to function at optimal levels.  There are a number of…

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Vitamin D and Fish oil show promise in prevention of cancer death and heart attacks

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Vitamin D and fish oil show promise in prevention of cancer death and heart attacks Date: September 24, 2019 Source: The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) Summary: The VITamin D and OmegA-3 Trial (VITAL) is…

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Traditional Medical Education Does Not Equip Students to Provide High Quality Nutritional Care to Patients

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While allopathic medical school does a poor job in preparing doctors to give good nutritional advice, Naturopathic Medical education does if you are interested in getting nutritional advice to support your health see a naturopath….

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Child’s gluten intake during infancy, rather than mother’s during pregnancy, linked to increased risk of developing type 1 diabetes

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  Child’s gluten intake during infancy, rather than mother’s during pregnancy, linked to increased risk of developing type 1 diabetes Date:September 18, 2019 Source: Diabetologia Summary: New research shows that a child’s intake of gluten…

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Clinical trial shows alternate-day fasting a safe alternative to caloric restriction

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As many of my patient know I am a fan of intermittent fasting.  This Alternate-day Fasting method can have significant benefits.  If you are interested in attempting it do so with a doctor’s supervision. Dr….

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Elderberry compounds could help minimize flu symptoms, study suggests

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Elderberry compounds could help minimize flu symptoms, study suggests Source: University of Sydney Summary: Compounds from elderberries can directly inhibit the virus’s entry and replication in human cells, and can help strengthen a person’s immune…

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Eating nuts linked with lower risk of heart disease and stroke

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Eating nuts linked with lower risk of fatal heart attack and stroke Date:August 31, 2019 Source:European Society of Cardiology Summary: Eating nuts at least twice a week is associated with a 17% lower risk of…

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Parkinson’s Disease May Originate In The Intestines

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Parkinson’s disease may originate in the intestines Date:September 3, 2019 Source:Aarhus University Summary: A theory that Parkinson’s disease can arise in the intestinal system and from there migrate to the brain has now gained support…

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People who eat dark chocolate less likely to be depressed

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People who eat dark chocolate less likely to be depressed Date:August 2, 2019 Source:University College London Summary:Eating dark chocolate may positively affect mood and relieve depressive symptoms, finds a new study looking at whether different…

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Meal timing strategies appear to lower appetite, improve fat burning

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I’m a fan of Intermittent Fasting !  I find it easy and effective.  This article supports the benefits but demonstrates the improved fat burning and lowering of appepite are part of the reason why it…

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Take a bath 90 minutes before bedtime to get better sleep

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Hydrotherapy has been used for centuries as a therapy for relaxation and insomnia.  This review of studies showed that hot baths stimulate circulation and helps the core of the body cool down which in turn…

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Dietary quality influences microbiome composition in human colonic mucosa

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The role that your gut bacteria plays in your health has been getting a lot of attention.  Each new study seems to report on an expanding influence on your overall health impacting things from inflammation…

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A spoonful of peppermint helps the meal go down

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Carminative herbs are herbs like peppermint that aid in digestion.  Others include ginger, parsley, fennel, and caraway. Making a tea with a combination of these can help aid the digestive process. Dr. Michael Kane A…

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