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Acupuncture can be an effective option for unexplained infertility!

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Consume a wide variety of plants and spices for good health. I'd add Rosemary to help with brain detoxification.

A Neurologist Says To Add These 4 Spices To Your Meals For A Healthy Brain, Better Focus, And Delayed Cognitive Decline Discover a few of the best spices for a healthier brain on SheFinds.com.

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If your medications might be making you sick, it’s time to look at alternative strategies.

These Incredibly Popular Drugs Have Been Linked to Migraines According to research published in Neurology Clinical Practice, an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology, individuals who use acid-reducing medications may face a greater risk of experiencing migraines and other severe headaches compared to those who do not use these drugs. The study

Intestinal permeability can trigger inflammation in the body as partially digested food proteins or dysbiotic bacteria or yeast leak into the blood supply and cause an immune response. Alcohol, anti inflammatory medications, fever, and dysbiosis can cause increased permeability.

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Turmeric as an antiviral? When we understand that inflammation is one role of the immune system, this is not surprising. Herbs like turmeric help resolve inflammation - they don’t block it.

Curcumin, especially in bioavailable formulations, is developing a growing reputation as a clinically relevant antiviral strategy. A recent study from Japan aimed to investigate the effects of a 12-week consumption of two forms of highly bioavailable curcumin (150 mg/day) on common cold symptoms, immune function and inflammatory markers. A randomised, 3-arm, double blind, placebo-controlled study was conducted from November 2021 to May 2022 on 99 healthy Japanese adults. The cumulative number of days for which common cold symptoms persisted was set as the primary outcome. Immunity parameters, inflammatory parameters, liver function and physical examination results were additional outcomes. A safety assessment was also performed.

Ninety-four people completed the study, and the per protocol set included 30 in the placebo group, and 32 and 33 respectively in the curcumin groups. The cumulative number of days for which common cold symptoms persisted was significantly lower for both curcumin groups compared with the placebo group (by around 20 days). There were no changes for immunity and inflammatory parameters, supporting the concept that the key action was antiviral. No adverse effects were observed.

For more information see https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36927282/

Both Diet Soda and Sugary Soda Appear to Increase the Risk of A-Fib.

Diet drinks may boost risk of dangerous heart condition by 20%, study says | CNN Artificially sweetened drinks are linked to a 20% higher risk of atrial fibrillation while sugary beverages raise that risk by 10%, a new study found.

Low back pain is the #1 issue in my office. People love the quick results!

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Most of my patients with neuropathy start to have relief within the first few visits.

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Reduce cancer risks by eating more veggies!

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Carrot intake is consistently negatively associated with cancer incidence: A systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective observational studies - PubMed Carrots are main dietary sources of several potential anti-cancer compounds, including polyacetylenes, while β-carotene has shown no benefits in controlled cancer trials. Accordingly, associations between carrot intake and cancer incidence were quantified, where necessary using α-carotene as a non...

Enriched foods have had important nutrients removed to prolong shelf life. They are often enriched with a single synthetic nutrient. Is this as nutritious as nature intended? Focus on Whole Foods.

Buy most of your food on the outer parts of the supermarket. Most of the packaged and ultraprocessed foods are in the isles.

Ultra-processed foods linked to over 30 health issues, from diabetes to heart trouble to cancer, research finds Researchers say consistent evidence shows ultra-processed foods, like packaged snacks and soda, are associated with a higher risk for cancer, major heart and lung conditions, mental health disorders and more.

8 minutes 3 times a week for a meaningful reduction in blood pressure.



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The surprisingly simple exercise that can lower your blood pressure The wall sit, an isometric exercise, has been shown to help lower blood pressure better than other types of exercise.

2 cups of hibiscus tea have been shown to reduce blood pressure over 2 months. Link to study below.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6621350/

Acupuncture is helpful for AFib. Traditional forms of acupuncture work on the brain and have an effect on every system in the body.



https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9252049/

First step of homemade chicken stock. Healthy and easy.

Acupuncture works on the nervous system so it has an effect on every system in the body!

I have helped thousands of people in West Michigan recover from chronic pain!

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Iodine, Selenium and Tyrosine are important nutrients for healthy thyroid function.

The herb Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin Seed) has been shown to help Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, a common autoimmune thyroid condition.

The effects of Nigella sativa on thyroid function, serum Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) - 1, Nesfatin-1 and anthropometric features in patients with Hashimoto's thyroiditis: a randomized controlled trial - PubMed Iranian registry of clinical trials (registration number IRCT2015021719082N4 - Registered March-15-2015).

January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Are your symptoms related to your thyroid?

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Resolve to be pain free this year!

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With diets focused on processed and over cooked foods, many of our patients have deficiencies related to their symptoms.

https://www.cnn.com/2023/12/21/health/nutritional-deficiency-life-expectancy/index.html As US life expectancy lags, nutritional deficiency is an often overlooked factor | CNN

As US life expectancy lags, nutritional deficiency is an often overlooked factor | CNN Nutritional deficiency is far from a leading cause of death in the United States, but the mortality rate has grown significantly enough in recent years to impact life expectancy.

Oral health plays a major role in a lot of chronic diseases. There is a specific acupuncture point for each tooth!

The Cause of Alzheimer's May Be Coming From Inside Your Mouth In recent years, a growing number of scientific studies have backed an alarming hypothesis: Alzheimer's disease isn't just a disease, it's an infection.

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Inflammation is the immune system’s role in promoting healing. Instead of suppressing inflammation, encourage a healthy resolution of the inflammation response with acupuncture or herbs.

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Scars can be a significant source of inflammation in the body.

Cardiovascular disease: Gynecological surgery tied to higher risk A recent study suggests that women who undergo gynecological procedures such as hysterectomies or tubal ligation may have a higher risk for cardiovascular events.

The immune system is supposed to create inflammation as a healing response. If it’s chronic, something else is driving that inflammation.

Chronic pain is substantially more common in the US than diabetes, depression and high blood pressure, study finds | CNN There are more new cases of chronic pain among US adults than other common long-term conditions like diabetes, depression and high blood pressure, according to a new study.