Part 1 If you’re struggling with brain fog, it can be very tough and discouraging. Some people may tell you it’s all in your head. But there’s great news for people with brain fog: it’s a real thing and there are functional medicine solutions to help you get your brain function back. In fact, brain …
Key Nutrients for Optimal Immune System Function
Four Key Nutrients That Can Help Turn Off the Autoimmune Process If you are struggling with an autoimmune disease, then you have an overreactive immune system that is mistakenly attacking your (self) tissues. Since we work with patients with a broad spectrum of autoimmune conditions, we have noticed that there are a few key nutrients …
Urgent vs. Important!
Urgent vs. Important is the question we are discussing today. Let’s start with a universal fact. We know that change is not easy. As doctors, we see how much people suffer because they believe they aren’t able to change. We want you to know something. You are ALL capable of change. The Urgent or Important …
Simple Self Care in 8 Steps.
As women, we get so caught up in all the busy-ness and responsibilities of life that we neglect ourselves. We put ourselves last. Responsible self-care is putting yourself first! Remember how they instruct passengers on an airplane? Put on your own oxygen mask before helping your children put on their masks. Put your health and …
RECIPE – Yummy Avocado Burgers
Autoimmune Recipes: Avocado Burger with Sweet Potato Bun INGREDIENTS For the Buns 2–3 large, round sweet potatoes 1 Tablespoon coconut oil 1/4 Teaspoon sea salt For the Burgers 1 lb. ground beef 1 Teaspoon sea salt One Teaspoon garlic powder 1 Teaspoon onion powder Toppings 1 Medium avocado, sliced Sliced red onion Arugula INSTRUCTIONS For …
An Interview with Maya Shetreat of “The Dirt Cure”
Hello everyone, This week, we talked to Maya Sheatreat, who is a neurologist, herbalist, urban farmer, and author of “The Dirt Cure”. We discussed topics such as the microbiome, growing food, and microbes we’re exposed to on a daily basis. We hope you enjoy watching or listening as much as we liked speaking with her. …
Eliminating Chronic Infections for Autoimmune Disease!
No one can live in a bubble. We are exposed daily to a plethora of potentially harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, and yeast. They are in our food, our air, water, and living on and in us. This can lead to many problems including chronic infections. We exist in a symbiotic relationship with these natural organisms. …
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Leaky Gut and The Importance of Personalizing Your Diet!
A question we get asked a lot is “What is the best diet for autoimmune disease?” Paleo? AIP? Vegan? Keto? Truthfully, there is no simple answer. Both the question and the answer are very individual. A better place to start is with the subject of personalization. Personalization is key in determining the best diet for …
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The Parasympathetic State: Digestion, Detoxification and Immune Functions
Did you know that the Parasympathetic State affects EVERY aspect of your well-being? Optimally, we should all be in a parasympathetic state 80% of the time, but many people struggle to be in this state at any point during their day, because stress inhibits the parasympathetic response. Our friend and colleague, Jodi Cohen has designed …
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RECIPE – Power-Up Sweetheart Smoothie!
Who doesn’t love a smoothie? Fruit smoothies are refreshing in the warm weather and make it feel like summer in the cold weather. Maybe? Ok, maybe not, but always delicious and often the best breakfast choice. The Power Up Smoothie (health heart food) is one of the anchors of our recipe book “Autoimmune Recipes to …